FAN2514S26X

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

The FAN2514S26X is a micropower low-dropout voltage regulator utilizing CMOS technology. It provides a fixed output voltage of 2.6V with a maximum input voltage range of 2.7V to 6.5V. The device supports an output current of up to 200mA and delivers a peak current of 300mA. Key electrical parameters include a ground current of 75µA at full load, a dropout voltage of 200mV at 200mA, and a shutdown current of less than 1µA. It operates within a junction temperature range of -40°C to +125°C.

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

• Ultra-low power consumption optimized for CDMA time phases
• Enable/Shutdown control reduces supply current to under 1µA
• Exceptional loop stability accommodating wide capacitor ESR ranges
• Onboard thermal limiting protects against overload conditions

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

• Cellular phones and accessories
• Portable cameras and video recorders
• Laptop, notebook and palmtop computers

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

Verify the specific suffix 'S26X' confirms the 2.6V fixed output configuration. Ensure the component is sourced from authorized distributors to guarantee authenticity. Confirm RoHS compliance status matches project requirements. Validate that the SOT-23-5 package dimensions align with the PCB footprint design specifications.

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

Select this regulator for battery-powered portable devices requiring low quiescent current. The adjustable pin (Pin 4) functions as a bypass terminal for noise reduction in this fixed-voltage variant. Consider the thermal resistance characteristics when designing the PCB copper area to manage heat dissipation effectively during high-load operations.

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

This component belongs to the FAN2514/FAN2515 family of 200mA CMOS LDO regulators manufactured by Fairchild Semiconductor, now part of ON Semiconductor. The family includes adjustable, fixed-output with bypass, and error-flag variants. These regulators are designed to replace older BiCMOS designs, offering improved performance and pin compatibility for compact electronic applications.

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

The datasheet notes the device is pin-compatible with many popular older BiCMOS designs. Specific substitute part numbers are not explicitly listed in the provided documentation.