The LM2936QM-5 is a high-performance, ultra-low quiescent current LDO (Low Dropout) voltage regulator designed and manufactured by Texas Instruments. This regulator is specifically engineered to maintain a low power consumption, making it ideal for battery-powered applications where extending battery life is of paramount importance.
Key Features
- Ultra-Low Quiescent Current: The LM2936QM-5 boasts an impressively low quiescent current of only 15 µA at a 1 mA load, which significantly reduces power consumption in standby and idle modes.
- Output Voltage: This device provides a fixed output voltage of 5V, suitable for a wide range of electronics that require a stable power supply.
- High Accuracy: Output voltage accuracy is ±3%, ensuring reliable performance and consistency for sensitive electronic circuits.
- Peak Output Current: It can deliver a peak output current of 50 mA, making it versatile enough to handle moderate loads.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: The LM2936QM-5 is operational over a broad temperature range from -40°C to 125°C, catering to demanding environmental conditions.
- Thermal Shutdown and Current Limiting: Built-in safety features include thermal shutdown and current limiting to protect the device and the application from damage due to overheating or overcurrent conditions.
Applications
The LM2936QM-5 is suitable for a diverse range of applications, such as:
- Battery-powered devices
- Automotive electronics
- Portable instrumentation
- Mobile phones
- Smart sensors
Package and Quality
This voltage regulator is available in an 8-pin SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) package, which is widely used and recognized for its small footprint and ease of integration into various circuit designs. Texas Instruments is known for its commitment to quality, and the LM2936QM-5 is no exception, meeting stringent industry standards for performance and reliability.