Onsemi MC79M15BDTRKG

The MC79M15BDTRKG is a negative voltage regulator that provides a stable -15V output. It is part of the MC79M family of voltage regulators, which are designed to provide high performance while being simple to use. The device is suitable for a variety of applications, especially where a stable negative voltage is needed. Functions - Voltage Regulation: Maintains a constant output voltage (in this case, -15V) over varying load conditions. - Current Limiting: Protects connected circuits by limiting the output current. - Thermal Overload Protection: Prevents the device from overheating by shutting down when excessive temperature is reached. - Built-in Short Circuit Protection: Protects the device and the overall circuit by disabling output during a short circuit condition. Applications - Power supply circuits that require a negative voltage, such as operational amplifier circuits. - Audio equipment needing stable negative supply rails. - Sensors and instrumentation systems that operate with both positive and negative supplies. - Analog signal processing circuits where bipolar voltages are needed. Alternative Parts - LM79M15: A similar negative voltage regulator from Texas Instruments that provides the same specifications. - LT1084: A low dropout linear regulator, available for a variety of output voltages, including negative options. - LM337: Another adjustable negative voltage regulator, which can provide various negative voltages over a range. Embedded Modules There may not be specific embedded modules built solely around the MC79M15BDTRKG; however, it can be found in development boards or power supply modules where negative voltage regulation is required. Common practice includes using it in combinatory modules with positive voltage regulators on power supply boards for various electronic applications. Q&A Q1: What is the output voltage of the MC79M15BDTRKG? A1: The output voltage of the MC79M15BDTRKG is -15V. --- Q2: What types of protection features does the MC79M15BDTRKG incorporate? A2: The MC79M15BDTRKG incorporates current limiting, thermal overload protection, and built-in short circuit protection. --- Q3: In what applications would one typically use the MC79M15BDTRKG voltage regulator? A3: The MC79M15BDTRKG is typically used in power supply circuits for audio equipment, operational amplifier circuits, and analog signal processing systems that require a stable negative voltage. --- Q4: Can the MC79M15BDTRKG be used interchangeably with other voltage regulators? A4: Yes, it can often be used interchangeably with other negative voltage regulators such as the LM79M15 or LM337, provided the specifications match the requirements of the application. --- Q5: What would be an important consideration when designing with the MC79M15BDTRKG? A5: An important consideration would be ensuring that the input voltage is more negative than -15V but still within the absolute maximum ratings, along with adequate heat dissipation to avoid thermal shutdown during operation.