The TCR2EF115 is a low-dropout (LDO) regulator from Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage. It's engineered to deliver a stable and efficient voltage supply, making it particularly useful in battery-powered devices and applications where power efficiency is paramount. Its characteristics include low quiescent current, low dropout voltage, and built-in protection features, ensuring reliable performance in various electronic circuits.

Applications

• Smartphones: Used for powering sensitive analog circuits and digital logic within the phone.
• Digital Cameras: Ensures a stable voltage supply for the image sensor, processor, and memory.
• Portable Gaming Consoles: Provides consistent power to the display, processor, and audio amplifier.
• GPS Devices: Regulates voltage for the GPS receiver, microcontroller, and display.
• Wireless Communication Modules: Powers Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and other wireless modules requiring a stable voltage.

Features

• Low Dropout Voltage: Maintains regulation even when the input voltage is close to the output voltage, extending battery life.
• Low Quiescent Current: Minimizes power consumption in standby mode, preserving battery life.
• Overcurrent Protection: Protects the regulator and the connected load from excessive current draw.
• Over Temperature Protection: Shuts down the regulator if the internal temperature exceeds a safe limit.
• High Output Voltage Accuracy: Provides a stable and accurate output voltage for reliable device operation.
• Small Package: Available in compact packages, ideal for space-constrained applications.

Benefits

• Extended Battery Life: Low quiescent current and low dropout voltage prolong battery life in portable devices.
• Enhanced System Reliability: Overcurrent and over temperature protection improve system reliability and prevent damage.
• Simplified Design: Requires few external components, simplifying the design process and saving board space.
• Stable Voltage Supply: Provides a consistent and accurate output voltage, ensuring reliable device performance.
• Compact Footprint: The small package size allows for integration into small, portable devices.

Additional Details

The TCR2EF115 is configured to provide an output voltage of 1.15V. The common package is a DFN4 type. For proper operation, external capacitors are required at both the input and output terminals to ensure stability. The values of these capacitors should be chosen according to the application requirements and the recommendations outlined in the official Toshiba datasheet. Always consult the datasheet for precise specifications, application notes, and recommended operating conditions to ensure optimal performance and reliability of the LDO regulator in your specific application.