LM79L05 AI Analysis:
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LM79L05 product

LM79L05

Power Management (PMIC)

Negative RegulatorLinear RegulatorFixed Output

The LM79L05 is a fixed -5V negative voltage regulator capable of delivering up to 100mA of output current, featuring built-in thermal and short-circuit protection in an SOT-89 package.

Best for

  • Negative voltage regulation
  • Local power supply rails

Avoid if

  • Output current requirements exceed 100mA
  • Input voltage exceeds -30V

Check before use

  • Input and output capacitor values
  • Thermal management for high dissipation

Key specifications

Output Voltage
-5 V
Max Output Current
0.1 A
Dropout Voltage
1.7 V
Package
SOT-89

Compliance & Environment

RoHS
-
REACH
-
MSL
3
ECCN
-
HTSUS
-

Application

Power Management

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Questions & answers

The LM79L05 is a three-terminal negative voltage regulator that provides a fixed -5V output. It is designed for applications requiring a stable negative supply rail.