CS5205-2GDP3

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

The CS5205-2GDP3 is a fixed positive linear low-dropout (LDO) voltage regulator manufactured by onsemi. It provides a stable 1.5V output with a maximum current capacity of 5A. The device features a dropout voltage of 1.3V at full load and maintains an output accuracy of ±2.0%. Designed for high-efficiency power management, it utilizes a D2PAK-3 surface-mount package. The regulator incorporates internal protection mechanisms including overcurrent limiting and thermal shutdown to ensure reliable operation under varying load conditions.

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

• Provides fixed 1.5V output with 5A current capability
• Low dropout voltage of 1.3V at full load
• Integrated overcurrent and thermal shutdown protection

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

• Active termination for GTL bus systems
• General-purpose power management in electronic circuits
• Voltage regulation for components requiring stable 1.5V supply

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

Verify the specific suffix 'GDP3' confirms the D2PAK-3 package and RoHS compliance status, as some sources indicate potential variations. Confirm the manufacturer is onsemi and not a generic equivalent. Ensure the part number matches the exact electrical specifications required for your design, particularly the 1.5V fixed output and 5A rating. Check for any specific handling requirements associated with the surface-mount package type.

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

Select this component when a fixed 1.5V rail is required with up to 5A load current. The D2PAK-3 package suits applications needing efficient heat dissipation in a surface-mount form factor. Consider the 1.3V dropout voltage when designing input voltage headroom. Verify that the ±2.0% accuracy meets system tolerance requirements. This LDO is suitable for replacing older bipolar regulators in modern PCB layouts.

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

This component belongs to onsemi's line of linear voltage regulators designed for power management applications. It serves as a solution for providing stable, low-noise power to sensitive digital logic and bus interfaces. The device represents a transition from through-hole TO-220 packages to more compact surface-mount options while maintaining high current capabilities.

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

The CS5205-2GT3 is a pin-compatible alternative using a TO-220-3 through-hole package with identical electrical specifications. Verify package compatibility before substitution. No other direct substitutes are confirmed in public documentation.