The NJM2842DL3-012-TE2 is a low dropout (LDO) regulator manufactured by New Japan Radio (NJR). It is designed to provide a stable, regulated output voltage from a higher input voltage with a minimal voltage difference, making it ideal for battery-powered and low-voltage applications.

Applications

• Battery-Powered Devices: Regulating voltage for microcontrollers, sensors, and other components in portable devices.
• Post-Regulation for Switching Regulators: Providing a clean and stable voltage after a switching regulator stage.
• Microcontroller Power Supplies: Powering microcontrollers in embedded systems.
• Sensor Power Supplies: Providing a stable and noise-free power supply for sensitive sensors.

Features

• Low Dropout Voltage: Operates with a very small voltage difference between input and output, maximizing efficiency.
• Low Quiescent Current: Low quiescent current consumption extends battery life in portable applications.
• Overcurrent Protection: Protects the regulator and the load from overcurrent conditions.
• Thermal Shutdown: Thermal shutdown protection prevents overheating and damage to the regulator.
• Fixed Output Voltage: Provides a fixed output voltage of 1.2V.
• Small Package Size: Available in a small surface-mount package for space-constrained applications.

Benefits

• Extended Battery Life: Low quiescent current extends battery life in portable devices.
• Stable Output Voltage: Provides a stable and regulated output voltage, ensuring proper operation of connected devices.
• Enhanced System Protection: Overcurrent and thermal shutdown protection enhance system reliability.
• Simplified Design: Fixed output voltage simplifies circuit design.

Technical Specifications (Typical)

• Input Voltage Range: Specified input voltage range within which the regulator can operate.
• Output Voltage: Fixed output voltage of 1.2V.
• Dropout Voltage: Dropout voltage at a specified output current.
• Quiescent Current: Quiescent current consumption.
• Output Current: Maximum output current the regulator can deliver.

The NJM2842DL3-012-TE2 is a reliable and efficient LDO regulator suitable for various low-voltage and battery-powered applications where stable voltage regulation and low power consumption are critical.