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MCP1826S-2502E/AB  

Linear & Switching Voltage Regulators

MCP1826S-2502E/AB Description

The MCP1826S-2502E/AB is a high-performance linear regulator designed by Microchip Technology, offering a fixed output voltage of 2.5V with a maximum input voltage of 6V. This device is capable of delivering up to 1A of output current, making it suitable for a wide range of power management applications. The regulator features a low dropout voltage of 0.4V at 1A, ensuring efficient operation even under low input voltage conditions. With a quiescent current of only 220 µA, the MCP1826S-2502E/AB is designed to minimize power consumption, making it ideal for battery-powered devices and other applications where energy efficiency is critical.

The MCP1826S-2502E/AB is housed in a TO220-3 package, which is suitable for through-hole mounting, providing robust mechanical stability and thermal performance. The device is REACH unaffected and RoHS3 compliant, ensuring environmental safety and regulatory compliance. With a moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of 1 (unlimited), the MCP1826S-2502E/AB is well-suited for various manufacturing processes without the need for special handling precautions.

MCP1826S-2502E/AB Features

• Fixed Output Voltage: Provides a stable 2.5V output, ensuring consistent performance across a wide range of applications.
• High Input Voltage Range: Capable of operating with input voltages up to 6V, offering flexibility in power supply design.
• High Output Current: Delivers up to 1A of output current, suitable for driving various loads, including microcontrollers, sensors, and other electronic components.
• Low Dropout Voltage: Features a maximum dropout voltage of 0.4V at 1A, enhancing efficiency and extending battery life in low-voltage applications.
• Low Quiescent Current: Consumes only 220 µA of quiescent current, minimizing power loss and extending battery life in portable devices.
• High Power Supply Rejection Ratio (PSRR): Achieves 60dB PSRR at 100Hz, ensuring high stability and noise rejection, which is crucial for sensitive analog circuits.
• Protection Features: Includes over-temperature protection, short-circuit protection, and under-voltage lockout (UVLO) to safeguard the device and connected components from potential damage.
• Regulatory Compliance: REACH unaffected and RoHS3 compliant, ensuring environmental safety and regulatory compliance.
• Robust Packaging: Housed in a TO220-3 through-hole package, providing mechanical stability and excellent thermal performance.

MCP1826S-2502E/AB Applications

The MCP1826S-2502E/AB is ideal for a variety of applications where a stable and efficient power supply is required. Some specific use cases include:

• Consumer Electronics: Ideal for powering portable devices such as smartphones, tablets, and digital cameras, where energy efficiency and low quiescent current are critical.
• Industrial Applications: Suitable for industrial control systems, sensors, and actuators that require a stable and reliable power source.
• Automotive: Can be used in automotive electronic systems, providing a stable power supply for various electronic components within the vehicle.
• Medical Devices: Appropriate for medical equipment where high reliability and low noise are essential for accurate measurements and safe operation.
• Telecommunications: Ideal for powering communication modules and other electronic components in base stations and other telecommunication infrastructure.

Conclusion of MCP1826S-2502E/AB

The MCP1826S-2502E/AB is a versatile and high-performance linear regulator that offers a combination of efficiency, stability, and protection features. Its low dropout voltage, low quiescent current, and high PSRR make it an excellent choice for applications where energy efficiency and noise rejection are crucial. The inclusion of over-temperature, short-circuit, and under-voltage lockout protections ensures robustness and reliability in various operating conditions. With its REACH unaffected and RoHS3 compliant status, the MCP1826S-2502E/AB is not only a technically advanced solution but also environmentally responsible. Whether used in consumer electronics, industrial systems, automotive applications, medical devices, or telecommunications, the MCP1826S-2502E/AB provides a reliable and efficient power management solution.

MCP1826S-2502E/AB Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for MCP1826S-2502E/AB

PCN Assembly/Origin :

Mult Devices Assembly 10/Aug/2018      

Datasheets :

MCP1826/26S      

PCN Packaging :

Packing Changes 10/Oct/2016       Label and Packing Changes 23/Sep/2015      

Design Resources :

Cooling Requirements for Linear Voltage Regulator       MCP1826S Development Tool Selector      

HTML Datasheet :

MCP1826/26S      

PCN Design/Specification :

MCP1826/1826S 06/May/2021      

Environmental Information :

Microchip CA Prop65       Microchip RoHS       Microchip REACH