The 7815 is a fixed 15V positive voltage regulator IC from the popular 78xx series. It provides a stable 15V output for a wide range of input voltages and is widely used in power management sections of electronic circuits. Housed in the TO-220 package, this IC is capable of delivering up to 1.5A of output current with built-in protection features like thermal shutdown and short circuit protection.
A heatsink is recommended when the IC is used in applications with significant current loads, as heat dissipation can be substantial. The IC only requires two external ceramic capacitors (0.33µF at input and 0.1µF at output) to maintain voltage stability and suppress transients.
Fixed 15V Positive Voltage Output
Output Current: Up to 1.5A
Minimum Input Voltage: 17V
Maximum Input Voltage: 35V
Internal Thermal Overload Protection
Built-in Short Circuit Current Limiting
Junction Temperature: Up to 125°C
TO-220 Package
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
Output Voltage | +15V |
Output Current | Up to 1.5A |
Input Voltage Range | 17V to 35V |
Protection | Thermal & Short Circuit |
Package Type | TO-220 |
Capacitor Requirement | 0.33µF (input), 0.1µF (output) |
Power supply units for embedded and consumer electronics
DIY electronics and educational kits
Microcontroller-based projects requiring +15V
Audio amplifier circuits and analog processing systems
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