The REG101NA-5 is a high-performance, low-dropout voltage regulator from Texas Instruments, designed to deliver a stable and reliable power supply to sensitive electronic circuits. With its compact SOT-23 package, the REG101NA-5 is ideal for space-constrained applications where efficient power management is essential.
Key Features
- Output Voltage: The REG101NA-5 provides a fixed output voltage of 5V, which is ideal for standard logic circuits and microcontroller-based systems.
- Low Dropout: The low dropout voltage allows the regulator to maintain output voltage regulation with a minimal difference between the input and output voltages, enhancing efficiency and battery life in portable applications.
- High Accuracy: This regulator offers excellent output voltage accuracy, making it suitable for precision applications where voltage stability is critical.
- Low Quiescent Current: The device features a low quiescent current, which reduces power consumption when the load is light, thereby extending battery life in portable devices.
- Thermal and Overcurrent Protection: Built-in thermal shutdown and overcurrent protection safeguard the device and the load from damage due to excessive temperatures or current draw.
Applications
The REG101NA-5 is versatile and can be utilized in a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:
- Battery-powered equipment
- Handheld devices
- Portable medical devices
- Microcontroller power supplies
- Linear power supplies
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value |
| Output Voltage (VOUT) |
5V |
| Dropout Voltage (VDO) |
Typically 0.15V at full load |
| Output Current (IOUT) |
Up to 100mA |
| Quiescent Current (IQ) |
Typically 0.5µA in shutdown mode |
| Package Type |
SOT-23 |
For engineers and designers looking for a reliable power management solution, the REG101NA-5 from Texas Instruments stands out as a robust choice, offering precision, efficiency, and protection in a tiny footprint.