The MIC5366-2.0YC5 is a low-dropout (LDO) regulator from Micrel (now Microchip Technology). It is designed to provide a stable and accurate 2.0V output voltage from a higher input voltage. This LDO regulator is optimized for battery-powered devices and other applications where efficiency and small size are critical.

Applications

• Portable Devices
• Battery-Powered Systems
• Post-Regulation for Switching Power Supplies
• Noise-Sensitive Circuits
• Microcontroller Power Supplies

Features

• Fixed 2.0V Output Voltage
• Low Dropout Voltage
• High Output Accuracy
• Low Quiescent Current
• Stable with Ceramic Capacitors
• Over-Current Protection (OCP)
• Over-Temperature Protection (OTP)
• Small Package

Benefits

• Extended battery life in portable devices
• Improved system performance due to stable voltage supply
• Reduced board space requirements
• Simplified design process
• Protection against fault conditions

Additional Details

The MIC5366-2.0YC5 features a very low dropout voltage, allowing it to operate with a small difference between the input and output voltage. This improves efficiency and extends battery life, especially when the input voltage is close to the output voltage. The high output accuracy ensures that the load receives a stable and reliable voltage. The low quiescent current minimizes power consumption when the regulator is in standby mode. The device is stable with ceramic capacitors, which are small and have low ESR (equivalent series resistance), further reducing the overall solution size and cost. The over-current and over-temperature protection features protect the regulator and the load from damage in case of a fault condition. It is available in a small package, making it suitable for space-constrained applications. The input voltage range is typically from 2.5V to 5.5V. The output current is typically up to 300mA.