Especially suited for hand-held, portable, battery-operated equipment such as cellular telephones, the A8181SLB low dropout voltage
regulator provides high efficiency for maximum battery life in a minimum package size. Equally applicable to camcorders and portable
computers, the device provides a fixed 5 V regulated continuous output
at almost 200 mA of load current under worst-case conditions. Under
normal operating conditions, output currents over 500 mA are
permitted.
A MOSFET pass element delivers high output current with an
input-output differential of less than 300 mV. For high efficiency, the
low dropout voltage allows a longer battery discharge before output
voltage regulation is lost. A low quiescent current, even during high
load conditions, makes the device ideal for standby power systems.
High regulator accuracy and excellent temperature characteristics are
provided by a bandgap reference. An enable input gives the designer
complete control over sequential power-up or emergency shutdown.
Data Sheet
27468*
Dwg. PS-018
This device is supplied in a 16-lead wide-body, small-outline
plastic power package (SOIC) for surface-mount applications. The
copper batwing provides for maximum package power dissipation in
the smallest possible construction. The A8181SLB is rated for operation over a temperature range of -20°C to +85°C.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS
at T
= +25°C
Input Voltage, VI................................... 10 V
Output Current, I
(40% duty cycle)............................ 1 A*
(75% duty cycle)..................... 500 mA*
(continuous)............................ 370 mA*
Operating Temperature Range,
TA................................. -20°C to +85°C
Junction Temperature, T
Storage Temperature Range,
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT
TS............................... -40°C to +150°C
* Output current rating is limited by input voltage,
duty cycle, and ambient temperature. Under any
set of conditions, do not exceed a junction
temperature of +150°C. See next page.
† Fault conditions that produce excessive
junction temperature will activate device thermal
shutdown circuitry. These conditions can be
tolerated but should be avoided.
A
O
.............. +150°C†
J
— FOR REFERENCE ONLY
■ High Efficiency Provides Extended Battery Life
■ Less Than 300 mV Dropout Voltage
■ Low Quiescent Current
■ >200 mA Output Current
■ LSTTL-Compatible ON/OFF Control
For Sequential Power-up or Emergency Shutdown
■ Internal Thermal Protection
■ SOIC Surface-Mount Package
Always order by complete part number: A8181SLB .
8181
12-13
4-5
7815166
LOW-DROPOUT,
5 V REGULATOR
FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM
IN
IN
ENABLE
ENABLE
BIAS
THERMAL
PROTECT.
DRIVE
OUT
OUT
ERROR
AMP
BANDGAP
REF.
Dwg. FS-012
MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE OUTPUT CURRENT with device mounted on 2.24" x 2.24"
(56.9 mm x 56.9 mm) solder-coated copper-clad board in still air.
Maximum Allowable Output Current in Milliamperes with VI = 10 V, TJ = 150°C*
Output current rating can be increased (to 1 A maximum) by heat sinking or reducing the input voltage. With an infinite heat sink, R
6°C/W. Conditions that produce excessive junction temperature will activate device thermal shutdown circuitry. These conditions can be tolerated
but should be avoided.
NOTES: 1. Webbed lead frames. Leads 4, 5, 12, and 13 are internally one piece.
2. Lead spring tolerance is non-cumulative.
3. Exact body and lead configuration at vendor’s option within limits shown.
1
0.10
2
MIN.
3
10.50
10.10
1.27
BSC
10.65
10.00
0° TO 8°
1.27
0.40
Dwg. MA-008-17A mm
8181
LOW-DROPOUT,
5 V REGULATOR
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. reserves the right to make, from time to time, such departures from
the detail specifications as may be required to permit improvements in the design of its products.
Components made under military approvals will be in accordance with the approval requirements.
The information included herein is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Allegro
MicroSystems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for its use; nor for any infringements of patents or other
rights of third parties which may result from its use.