The LDK130M18RY from STMicroelectronics is a high-performance low drop voltage regulator designed to provide a stable and reliable voltage supply in a wide array of electronic applications. This component is particularly suitable for battery-powered devices where extended battery life is crucial, as well as for applications that require a low noise power supply.

Key Features

• Output Voltage: The LDK130M18RY offers a fixed output voltage of 1.8V, which is ideal for powering low-voltage digital circuits.
• Low Dropout Voltage: With a low dropout voltage of typically 100 mV at 200 mA load, this regulator ensures efficient operation even when the supply voltage is close to the output voltage.
• High Output Current: It can deliver up to 300 mA of output current, making it suitable for a range of applications from microcontrollers to RF devices.
• Low Ground Current: The ground current is as low as typically 31 μA at no load and 1 mA at 200 mA of output current, contributing to the overall efficiency of the system.
• Stability: The device is stable with low ESR ceramic capacitors, ensuring a stable output voltage under various load conditions.
• Thermal Protection: It includes thermal shutdown protection that safeguards the device from damage due to overheating.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: The LDK130M18RY operates over a broad temperature range from -40°C to 125°C, accommodating diverse environmental conditions.

Applications

The versatility of the LDK130M18RY makes it a prime choice for a multitude of applications, including but not limited to:

• Mobile phones and GPS systems
• Portable media players and digital cameras
• Microcontroller power supply
• Portable and battery-powered equipment
• Low power IoT devices

Package and Quality

The LDK130M18RY is available in a tiny DFN6 (3x3 mm) package, which is ideal for space-constrained applications. STMicroelectronics' commitment to quality ensures that this voltage regulator meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.