Product Overview: MIC5236-3.3BM

The MIC5236-3.3BM is a high-performance, fixed output voltage regulator from Microchip Technology, designed to provide a stable 3.3V output from a wider input voltage range. This low-dropout (LDO) linear voltage regulator is an ideal solution for powering sensitive electronic circuits that require a steady and reliable power source.

Key Features

• Output Voltage: The device provides a fixed output of 3.3 volts, which is a common requirement for digital circuits and microcontroller-based systems.
• High Accuracy: With a tight output voltage tolerance, the MIC5236-3.3BM ensures precise voltage regulation, which is crucial for the stable operation of sensitive components.
• Low Dropout: The low dropout feature allows the regulator to continue providing a regulated output even when the input-to-output voltage differential is very small, enhancing the efficiency of the system.
• Current Limiting: The built-in current limiting protects the device and the load from damage due to overcurrent conditions, enhancing the overall reliability of the system.
• Thermal Shutdown: An integrated thermal shutdown mechanism prevents the regulator from overheating, thereby ensuring the safety and longevity of both the regulator and the system it powers.
• Wide Input Voltage Range: The regulator can operate with input voltages significantly higher than the output voltage, providing flexibility in a variety of applications and system designs.

Applications

The MIC5236-3.3BM is versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications, including:

• Portable devices and battery-powered equipment
• Microcontroller power supplies
• Peripheral power supplies for computers and networking equipment
• Reference voltage sources
• Consumer electronics

Quality and Reliability

Microchip Technology is known for its commitment to quality, and the MIC5236-3.3BM is no exception. It is manufactured with rigorous quality control processes and is designed to meet the high reliability standards required in industrial and commercial applications.