LM2608ATL-1.8

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Overview

The LM2608ATL-1.8 is a fixed-output step-down switching regulator manufactured by National Semiconductor. It provides a regulated 1.8V output with a maximum load current of 500mA. The device operates from an input voltage range of 2.7V to 5.5V and supports a switching frequency of up to 1MHz. It utilizes a compact 6-pin SOT-23 package, measuring approximately 2.9mm x 3.3mm x 0.9mm. The component functions within a junction temperature range of -40°C to +125°C.

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Feature Summary

• Integrates a power switch for high-efficiency DC-DC conversion
• Supports high-frequency operation to minimize external passive component size
• Includes internal compensation for stable loop performance
• Features thermal shutdown protection for operational safety

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Applications

• Portable battery-powered devices requiring efficient voltage regulation
• Embedded systems utilizing single-cell lithium-ion or alkaline batteries
• Low-voltage digital logic circuits requiring stable 1.8V supply rails

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ATL' against the manufacturer's official datasheet to confirm pinout compatibility and tolerance specifications. Ensure the sourcing channel provides documentation confirming the component originates from National Semiconductor or its successor entity, Texas Instruments, to validate authenticity and traceability.

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Selection Notes

Select this component when a fixed 1.8V output is required from a single-cell battery source between 2.7V and 5.5V. The choice is driven by the need for a small footprint in space-constrained designs and the requirement for moderate current delivery up to 500mA without external feedback resistors.

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Part Context

This part belongs to the LM260x series of synchronous buck regulators designed for low-power applications. The series focuses on simplifying design through integrated switches and fixed output options, targeting consumer electronics and industrial control modules where board space and efficiency are critical constraints.

Voltage Regulators - DC DC Switching Regulators Replacement Considerations

Consult official substitution guides for equivalents such as the LM2608S-1.8 or LM2608SX-1.8, ensuring package and electrical parameter alignment.