L7806ACV

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

The L7806ACV is a three-terminal positive linear voltage regulator from the STMicroelectronics L78xx series, housed in a TO-220-3 package. It provides a fixed output voltage of 6 V with a maximum output current capability of 1 A. The device supports a maximum input voltage of 40 V and operates within a temperature range of 0°C to +150°C. Key electrical specifications include a line regulation of 2% and a load regulation of 100 mV. Internal protections include current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection.

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

• Integrated internal current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe area protection for robust operation
• Fixed 6 V output voltage with high precision accuracy
• Capable of delivering up to 1 A output current when adequate heat sinking is provided

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

• Local on-card voltage regulation
• Offline switching regulators
• Post-regulators for switching supplies

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

Verify the specific suffix 'ACV' against the manufacturer's official datasheet to confirm the exact tolerance and package variant. Ensure that the required output current does not exceed the 1 A limit without appropriate thermal management. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the latest product documentation before finalizing procurement.

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

Select this component for applications requiring a stable 6 V supply with moderate current demands up to 1 A. The wide operating temperature range up to 150°C makes it suitable for industrial environments. Consider the thermal dissipation requirements carefully, as performance at higher currents depends heavily on the heatsinking solution used.

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

This part belongs to the L78xx family of three-terminal positive regulators, which are widely used for general-purpose voltage regulation. The family offers various fixed output voltages and packages including TO-220, D2PAK, and DPAK. The L7806ACV specifically denotes the 6 V output variant with AC grade precision in the standard TO-220-3 through-hole package.

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

Compatible substitutes include other L7806 variants such as L7806CV or L7806ABD2TR, provided they meet the 1 A current and 40 V input voltage requirements. Verify pinout compatibility and thermal characteristics when substituting.