MC78L05ABDR2G
onsemi
Needs validationlow risk
Direct upgrade from the same manufacturer with a wider operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C).
Best Alternatives to MC78L05ACDR2G
The onsemi MC78L05ACDR2G is a popular 5V, 100mA linear voltage regulator in a standard 8-SOIC package. Fortunately, numerous pin-compatible alternatives and direct upgrades are available from multiple manufacturers, ensuring design flexibility and supply chain resilience.
AI replacement insight
Package risklow
All recommended alternatives use the standard, compatible SOIC-8/SO-8 package.
Electrical risklow
Key parameters match. Minor secondary parameters should be reviewed for sensitive designs.
Sourcing risklow
The 78L05 family is a multi-source industry standard, ensuring good availability.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for MC78L05ACDR2G should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
MC78L05ABDR2G from onsemi is a direct upgrade, offering a wider operating temperature range with otherwise identical specifications and package.
Main risk
The primary risk is ensuring minor differences in electrical characteristics like quiescent current, line/load regulation, and PSRR are acceptable for the specific application.
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | MC78L05ACDR2G | MC78L05ABDR2G | UA78L05ACDR | L78L05ABD13TR | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 8-SOIC | 8-SOIC | SOIC-8 | SO-8 | 8-SOIC / SOIC-8 / SO-8 — Package and pin count match.; UA78L05ACDR: Industry standard compatible package.; L78L05ABD13TR: Industry standard compatible package.; L78L05ACD13TR: Industry standard compatible package. |
| Voltage | 30V | 30V | 30V | 5.0V | 30V / 5.0V — Maximum input voltage is identical.; UA78L05ACDR: Max input voltage matches per datasheet.; L78L05ABD13TR: Output voltage is identical.; L78L05ACD13TR: Max input voltage matches per datasheet. |
| Current | 0.1A | 0.1A | 0.1A | - | 0.1A — Output current is identical.; UA78L05ACDR: Output current is identical.; L78L05ACD13TR: Output current is identical. |
| Temperature | 0°C to +125°C | -40°C to +125°C | 0°C to 125°C | -40°C to 125°C | -40°C to +125°C / 0°C to 125°C / -40°C to 125°C — Wider operating temperature range.; UA78L05ACDR: Operating temperature range matches.; L78L05ABD13TR: Wider operating temperature range. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for MC78L05ACDR2G are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.