The MC78L00A Series of positive voltage regulators are
inexpensive, easy−to−use devices suitable for a multitude of
applications that require a regulated supply of up to 100 mA. Like
their higher powered MC7800 and MC78M00 Series cousins, these
regulators feature internal current limiting and thermal shutdown
making them remarkably rugged. No external components are
required with the MC78L00 devices in many applications.
These devices offer a substantial performance advantage over the
traditional zener diode−resistor combination, as output impedance
and quiescent current are substantially reduced.
• NCV Prefix for Automotive and Other Applications Requiring Site
and Control Changes
CO**
Q11
Output
5.0k
Q12
3.0
0−25k
2.85k
15k
Z1
Q3Q5
Q1
3.8k
1.2k
420
Q4Q6
Q2
1.9k19k2.2k
C
Q8
Q7
1.0k
Q10
Q9
Figure 1. Representative Schematic Diagram
Input
Cin*
0.33F
MC78LXXA
Input
Output
Ground
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P SUFFIX
1
2
3
Pin: 1. Output
8
1
*SOIC−8 i s a n internally modified SO−8 package. Pins
2, 3, 6, and 7 are electrically common to the die attach
flag. This internal lead frame modification decreases
package thermal resistance and increases power
dissipation capability when appropriately mounted on
a printed circuit board. SOIC−8 conforms to all external dimensions of the standard SO−8 package.
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2. Ground
3. Input
SOIC−8*
D SUFFIX
CASE 751
PIN CONNECTIONS
18
V
OUT
2
GND
3
GND
4
NC
(Top View)
V
IN
7
GND
6
GND
5
NC
ORDERING INFORMATION
See detailed ordering and shipping information in the package
dimensions section on page 9 of this data sheet.
DEVICE MARKING INFORMATION
See general marking information in the device marking
section on page 13 of this data sheet.
Figure 2. Standard Application
A common ground is required between the input and the output voltages. The
input voltage must remain typically 2.0 V above the output voltage even during
the low point on the input ripple voltage.
*Cin is required if regulator is located an appreciable distance from power
supply filter.
** CO is not needed for stability; however, it does improve transient response.
Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC, 2004
December, 2004 − Rev. 9
1Publication Order Number:
MC78L00A/D
MC78L00A Series, NCV78L00A
MAXIMUM RATINGS (T
= +125°C, unless otherwise noted.)
A
RatingSymbolValueUnit
Input Voltage (2.6 V−8.0 V)
Input Voltage (12 V−18 V)
Input Voltage (24 V)
Storage Temperature RangeT
Operating Junction Temperature RangeT
V
I
30
Vdc
35
40
stg
J
−65 to +150°C
0 to +150°C
Maximum ratings are those values beyond which device damage can occur. Maximum ratings applied to the device are individual stress limit values
(not normal operating conditions) and are not valid simultaneously. If these limits are exceeded, device functional operation is not implied, damage
may occur and reliability may be affected.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS (V
= 10 V , IO = 40 mA, CI = 0.33 F, CO = 0.1 F, − 40°C < TJ < +125°C (for MC78LXXAB,