The MIC5320-PPYMT is a high-efficiency, dual 200mA LDO (Low Dropout) regulator from Micrel. It is designed for portable applications and offers very low dropout voltage, low quiescent current, and excellent transient response. This device is ideal for battery-powered devices and systems requiring precise voltage regulation.

Applications

• Portable devices (smartphones, tablets, MP3 players)
• Battery-powered equipment
• Wireless communication devices
• Power management systems
• Digital cameras

Features

• Dual 200mA LDO regulators
• Low dropout voltage (typically 160mV at 200mA)
• Low quiescent current (typically 40µA per LDO)
• Stable with ceramic output capacitors
• Current limit protection
• Thermal shutdown protection
• Operating voltage: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C
• Package: 10-Pin TMLF®

Benefits

• Extends battery life with low dropout voltage and quiescent current
• Provides stable and accurate voltage regulation
• Simplifies design with ceramic capacitor compatibility
• Protects the device and the system from overcurrent and overtemperature conditions
• Enables compact designs with small package size

Additional Details

The MIC5320-PPYMT is designed to operate with ceramic output capacitors, which are cost-effective and have low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance). The low dropout voltage allows the device to operate with a small difference between the input and output voltages, maximizing efficiency. The low quiescent current minimizes power consumption when the device is not actively regulating the output voltage. The current limit and thermal shutdown protection features ensure that the device and the system are protected from damage in the event of a fault. The 10-Pin TMLF® package provides excellent thermal performance in a small footprint.