BA50BC0WT-V5

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

The BA50BC0WT-V5 is a fixed-output low-dropout (LDO) linear voltage regulator manufactured by ROHM Semiconductor. It provides a stable 5V output with a maximum continuous current of 1A. The device features a wide input voltage range, supporting up to 16V. Key electrical specifications include an output voltage accuracy of ±2% at 25°C and a typical dropout voltage of 0.3V at 0.5A load. It incorporates built-in overcurrent protection and thermal shutdown circuits to ensure reliability under fault conditions.

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

• Low-saturation PNP output transistor design for minimal voltage drop
• Integrated overcurrent protection and thermal shutdown safety mechanisms
• Fixed 5V output with high precision regulation accuracy

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

• Secondary local power supply regulation in electronic systems
• Voltage regulation for microcontroller and logic circuit power rails
• Battery-powered devices requiring efficient step-down conversion

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

Verify the specific suffix V5 corresponds to the required RoHS compliance and tape-and-reel or tube packaging configuration as defined in the official datasheet. Confirm that the TO-220FP-5 package variant matches your PCB footprint requirements. Ensure the operating temperature range aligns with your system's environmental constraints before finalizing procurement orders.

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

Select this component when a fixed 5V rail is required with 1A capacity and robust protection features are necessary. The low dropout characteristic makes it suitable for applications where the input voltage is close to the output voltage. Consider the thermal performance of the TO-220FP package for heat dissipation needs in high-load scenarios compared to smaller surface-mount alternatives.

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

This part belongs to the BAxxBC0 series of 1A LDO regulators from ROHM. The series offers various fixed and adjustable output voltages ranging from 1.5V to 10V. The BA50BC0WT-V5 specifically denotes the 5V fixed output version in the TO-220FP-5 through-hole package, sharing common internal architecture with other variants in the family regarding protection circuits and topology.

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

Compatible substitutes within the same family include BA50BC0T and BA50BC0FP-E2, provided the package type (TO-220FP vs TO-252) and pinout compatibility are verified. Ensure any replacement maintains the 1A current rating and 5V fixed output specification.