ET6H150S

Special Purpose Regulators Overview

The ET6H150S is a CMOS low dropout regulator from Etek Microelectronics designed for portable battery-powered applications requiring ultra-low quiescent current. It features an operating input voltage range of 2.2V to 5.5V and offers output voltages from 1.1V to 3.6V in 0.05V steps. The device delivers a typical quiescent current of 0.6µA and maintains high output voltage accuracy of ±1%. It supports up to 150mA load current with a typical dropout of 240mV at 1.8V output. The IC includes over-current protection, thermal shutdown, and auto-discharge functionality, ensuring stability with ceramic capacitors.

Special Purpose Regulators Feature Summary

• Ultra-low quiescent current consumption ensures extended battery life for portable devices
• Dynamic transient boost feature improves device response for wireless communication applications
• Integrated auto-discharge function in EN mode to safely discharge output when disabled
• High power supply rejection ratio with low noise output for sensitive analog circuits

Special Purpose Regulators Applications

• Battery powered equipments
• Portable communication equipments
• Cameras, image sensors and camcorders

Special Purpose Regulators Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes on the component marking to confirm the exact output voltage setting and package type (DFN4 or SOT23-5). Ensure the selected variant matches the required system voltage levels and thermal management constraints. Confirm RoHS compliance status if environmental regulations apply to the final assembly process.

Special Purpose Regulators Selection Notes

Select this regulator for applications demanding minimal standby current draw from small batteries. The fixed output voltage options allow direct integration without external feedback resistors. Consider the thermal pad connection requirements for the DFN4 package to ensure adequate heat dissipation under maximum load conditions while maintaining stable operation within the specified temperature range.

Special Purpose Regulators Part Context

This component belongs to the ET631xx series of CMOS low dropout regulators manufactured by Etek Microelectronics. The series is engineered specifically for mobile and portable electronics where power efficiency is critical. The ET6H150S variant represents a specific configuration within this family, offering standardized performance metrics suitable for general-purpose low-power linear regulation tasks in compact form factors.

Special Purpose Regulators Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation.