AP7361E-25FGE-7

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Overview

The AP7361E-25FGE-7 is a fixed-output linear regulator manufactured by Diodes Incorporated. It provides a regulated output voltage of 2.5V with a maximum continuous output current of 1A. The device operates within an input voltage range of 2.2V to 6.0V and features a typical dropout voltage of 250mV at 1A load. It incorporates an enable pin for power control and a power-good (PG) monitoring output. The unit is housed in a U-DFN3030-8 (Type E) package.

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Feature Summary

• Includes an active-high enable function for system power management
• Provides a power-good open-drain output for supply sequencing and monitoring
• Integrates thermal shutdown and fold-back short circuit protection
• Capable of driving low-ESR ceramic capacitors without stability issues

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Applications

• LCD televisions and monitors
• Set-top boxes
• Home electrical appliances

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix FGE-7 confirms the U-DFN3030-8 package and tape-and-reel quantity. Confirm the '25' designation matches the required 2.5V fixed output. Ensure the component meets RoHS 3 compliance requirements for your manufacturing process.

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Selection Notes

Select this part when a stable 2.5V rail is needed from a 2.2V to 6.0V source. The integrated power-good signal simplifies logic sequencing. Verify that the expected load current does not exceed the 1A limit or cause junction temperatures to surpass 150°C under worst-case ambient conditions.

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Part Context

This component belongs to the AP7361E family of ultra-low dropout regulators. The series offers both adjustable and fixed voltage options, all featuring enable pins and power-good outputs. The AP7361E variant specifically targets applications requiring robust fault protection and high power-supply rejection ratios.

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include AP7361E-25FGE-7 variants from other manufacturers offering identical 2.5V output, 1A current rating, and U-DFN3030-8 packages. Verify pinout compatibility before substitution.

Voltage Regulators - Linear, Low Drop Out (LDO) Regulators FAQ

How is the output voltage determined?

The output voltage is fixed internally at 2.5V due to the '25' designation in the part number.

What is the purpose of the PG pin?

The Power-Good pin indicates when the output voltage has reached its regulation threshold, useful for system sequencing.