Product Overview: LM1086CS-2.85/NOPB

The LM1086CS-2.85/NOPB is a high-performance, low-dropout linear voltage regulator from Texas Instruments, designed to provide a fixed output voltage of 2.85V with a capability to deliver up to 1.5A of load current. This regulator is an excellent choice for applications requiring a low voltage drop and a fixed output voltage.

Key Features

• Output Voltage: Precisely regulated 2.85V output, ideal for sensitive electronics that require a stable voltage supply.
• High Current: Capable of delivering up to 1.5A, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including embedded systems, peripherals, and IoT devices.
• Low Dropout: With a low dropout voltage, this regulator maintains regulation with minimal difference between the input and output voltage, enhancing efficiency.
• Thermal Protection: Integrated thermal shutdown protection ensures the device operates within safe temperature limits, preventing damage from overheating.
• Current Limiting: Built-in current limiting features protect the regulator and the load from fault conditions.
• Stable with Low ESR Capacitors: Stable with ceramic capacitors, which have lower equivalent series resistance (ESR) compared to other capacitor types.
• Package: Available in a TO-263 package, which is suitable for surface-mount technology and offers good thermal performance.
• Lead-Free and RoHS Compliant: The NOPB designation indicates that the device is lead-free and compliant with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive.

Applications

• Power supplies for DSPs, microcontrollers, and other digital ICs
• Post-regulation for switching supplies
• Battery-powered devices
• Consumer electronics
• Automotive applications

The LM1086CS-2.85/NOPB from Texas Instruments is a reliable and robust voltage regulator, ensuring a consistent power supply for a variety of electronic devices. Its combination of features makes it an excellent choice for engineers and designers looking for a high-quality power management solution.