MIC29201-12BT

Product Overview

Category

MIC29201-12BT belongs to the category of voltage regulators.

Use

It is commonly used to regulate and stabilize voltage in electronic circuits.

Characteristics

• Low dropout voltage
• High output current capability
• Thermal shutdown protection
• Short-circuit current limiting
• Fast transient response

Package

MIC29201-12BT is available in a TO-220 package.

Essence

The essence of MIC29201-12BT lies in its ability to provide a stable and regulated output voltage.

Packaging/Quantity

This product is typically sold in reels or tubes, with quantities varying depending on the supplier.

Specifications

• Input Voltage Range: 4.5V to 26V
• Output Voltage: 1.2V
• Output Current: Up to 1A
• Dropout Voltage: 380mV (typical)
• Quiescent Current: 120µA (typical)

Detailed Pin Configuration

MIC29201-12BT has three pins:

1. VIN (Pin 1): Input voltage pin.
2. GND (Pin 2): Ground reference pin.
3. VOUT (Pin 3): Regulated output voltage pin.

Functional Features

• Low dropout voltage allows for efficient regulation even when the input voltage is close to the desired output voltage.
• High output current capability enables the device to power various components in a circuit.
• Thermal shutdown protection prevents the regulator from overheating and damaging itself.
• Short-circuit current limiting protects the regulator and connected components from excessive current flow during a short circuit.
• Fast transient response ensures quick and accurate voltage regulation during load changes.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Efficient voltage regulation with low dropout voltage.
• High output current capability.
• Built-in thermal shutdown and short-circuit protection.
• Fast transient response for stable voltage regulation.

Disadvantages

• Limited output voltage options (specifically 1.2V in the case of MIC29201-12BT).
• May require additional components for specific applications.

Working Principles

MIC29201-12BT operates based on a linear voltage regulator principle. It compares the output voltage to a reference voltage and adjusts the internal circuitry to maintain a constant output voltage, regardless of input voltage variations.

Detailed Application Field Plans

MIC29201-12BT finds applications in various electronic circuits where a stable and regulated voltage is required. Some common application fields include:

1. Power supply modules
2. Battery-powered devices
3. Audio amplifiers
4. Microcontroller systems
5. Industrial control systems

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models that offer similar functionality to MIC29201-12BT are:

1. LM1117-1.2: Low dropout voltage regulator with a fixed 1.2V output.
2. LT1761-1.2: Micropower low dropout regulator with a fixed 1.2V output.
3. ADP3339-1.2: High accuracy, low dropout voltage regulator with a fixed 1.2V output.

These alternative models can be considered based on specific requirements and availability.

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