Texas Instruments LM3480IM3-12

Texas Instruments Part Number LM3480IM3-12（PMIC - Voltage Regulators - Linear）, developed and manufactured by Texas Instruments, distributed globally by Jinftry. We distribute various electronic components from world-renowned brands and provide one-stop services, making us a trusted global electronic component distributor.

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Introducing the Texas Instruments LM3480IM3-12, a versatile and efficient voltage regulator designed to meet the demands of various electronic applications. With its compact size and high performance, this product is perfect for a wide range of industries. The LM3480IM3-12 features a fixed output voltage of 12V, making it ideal for powering microcontrollers, sensors, and other low-power devices. Its low dropout voltage ensures stable and reliable operation even in demanding environments. With a maximum output current of 100mA, this voltage regulator can handle a variety of power requirements. One of the standout features of the LM3480IM3-12 is its excellent line and load regulation, ensuring consistent voltage output regardless of input fluctuations or changes in load conditions. This makes it suitable for applications that require precise and stable power supply, such as automotive electronics, industrial control systems, and portable devices. Furthermore, the LM3480IM3-12 boasts a wide input voltage range of 2.7V to 16V, allowing it to be used with a variety of power sources, including batteries and AC adapters. Its low quiescent current and shutdown mode also contribute to energy efficiency, making it an excellent choice for battery-powered devices. In summary, the Texas Instruments LM3480IM3-12 is a reliable and versatile voltage regulator that offers excellent performance and efficiency. Its compact size, wide input voltage range, and precise regulation make it suitable for a wide range of applications, from automotive electronics to portable devices.

Voltage Regulators-Linear is an electronic device used to convert an unstable DC voltage into a stable DC voltage. It regulates the voltage through an active component (such as a transistor or field effect tube) and a feedback network to ensure that the output voltage remains constant within a certain range. Linear regulators usually operate under low input voltage changes and load changes, and are able to provide a very clean and smooth output voltage.

Voltage Regulators-Linear has a wide range of applications, covering almost all electronic devices requiring a stable DC power supply. In the field of consumer electronics, linear voltage regulators are widely used in mobile phones, tablets, laptops and other portable devices to provide stable voltage support for core components such as processors, memory and display screens. In the field of industrial automation and instrumentation, linear voltage regulators are often used in precision measuring instruments, sensor signal processing and other occasions because of their low noise and high precision characteristics. In addition, linear regulators also play an indispensable role in areas such as medical equipment, aerospace, and automotive electronics, where the quality of the power supply is extremely high. For example, in medical equipment, linear regulators ensure the power stability of devices such as pacemakers and monitors, ensuring the safety of patients.

• 1. What is the difference between linear regulators and switching regulators?

  There are significant differences between linear regulators and switching regulators in terms of working principles, efficiency, stability, cost and application range.
  Working principle:
  Linear regulators achieve the function of stabilizing the output at a set value by adjusting the voltage difference between the output voltage and the input voltage. It achieves stable output voltage by controlling the conductivity state of the power transistor.
  The switching regulator converts the input voltage into a pulse signal transmission and smoothes the output through a filter by quickly switching between the input and output ends to achieve the function of stabilizing the output at the set value. The switching regulator uses PWM (pulse width modulation) control to control the output voltage by adjusting the time duty ratio of the high and low levels within a cycle.
  Efficiency:
  The efficiency of the linear regulator is relatively low, usually between 60% and 70%. When the voltage differenc

• 2. Do linear regulators need capacitors?

  Linear regulators usually require capacitors.
  The working principle and design requirements of linear regulators determine that they usually require capacitors to ensure stable operation. These capacitors are mainly used to filter and stabilize the output voltage, help reduce output ripple and noise, and thus improve the stability and reliability of the power supply.
  Specifically:
  1. Input and output capacitors: Linear regulators usually require one or more input capacitors and one output capacitor. These capacitors help smooth the input and output voltages, reduce voltage fluctuations, and thus provide a stable output voltage.
  2. Power supply rejection capability: The power supply rejection capability of a linear regulator is an important indicator, which is related to whether it can effectively suppress unwanted signals and avoid interference with the output voltage. If the power supply rejection capability is poor, unnecessary signals may be left behind, affecting the purity of

• 3. Can a linear regulator be up?

  Linear regulators cannot be boost.
  The main function of a linear regulator is to stabilize the output voltage, protecting the electrical equipment from high or unstable voltage effects. It realizes a stable output voltage by adjusting the gap between the output voltage and the input voltage, but this process is limited to lowering the voltage, not including the voltage. The working principle of a linear regulator is to regulate the voltage by converting excess voltage into heat loss, thereby realizing the voltage regulation. This feature determines that it does not have the voltage function.