MIC5250-30BMM TS

Specialized ICs Micrel Inc. MIC5250-30BMM TS Overview

The Specialized ICs Micrel Inc. MIC5250-30BMM TS is a highly reliable, precision output voltage regulator designed specifically for critical on-board digital applications. Manufactured by Micrel Inc., this device offers a dropout voltage of merely 180 mV at 150 mA load which enhances its efficiency in low voltage operations. The IC features thermal overload protection and short-circuit protection which significantly boosts its safety and longevity in demanding applications.

This regulator operates over a wide range of input voltages from 2.7 V to 12 V, offering a fixed output voltage of 3.0 V, which makes it versatile for integrating into various technological environments. Its ultra-low quiescent current of 90 µA (typical) during operation, and less than 1 µA in shutdown mode, makes it an energy-efficient choice for portable applications. The MIC5250-30BMM TS is available in a compact 8-pin MSOP package, tailored for systems where space is at a premium.

Key Features

The Specialized ICs Micrel Inc. MIC5250-30BMM TS offers several distinctive features:
- High Accuracy: Output voltage is maintained with a precision of ±2%, accommodating the needs of critical circuit components.
- Low Dropout Voltage: Excellent efficiency with a dropout voltage of only 180 mV at 150 mA load.
- Overcurrent Protection: Features internal current limiting upon reaching the output current threshold, thereby preventing damage.
- Thermal Overload Protection: Automatic shutdown upon excessive temperature rise ensures device and system safety.
- Low Quiescent Current: Minimally draws 90 µA in active mode and less than 1 µA in shutdown mode, optimizing power conservation.
- Versatile Operating Voltage Range: Functions across a 2.7 V to 12 V input voltage range, allowing use in diverse operating conditions.
- Compact Package: Offered in a small 8-pin MSOP package, ideal for use in space-constrained applications.

Applications

The versatility and high performance of the Specialized ICs Micrel Inc. MIC5250-30BMM TS make it suitable for a wide array of applications:
- Portable Devices: Perfect for battery-powered devices such as medical instruments, handheld electronics, and mobile communications due to its low power consumption and compact footprint.
- Embedded Systems: Can be effectively utilized in microcontroller power supplies, providing stable output voltage and protection features essential for reliable operation.
- Power Management Solutions: Ideal for use in power management modules requiring high accuracy, thermal protection, and low quiescent current.
- Automotive: Suitable for automotive applications where reliable voltage regulation is critical under variable environmental conditions.
- Telecommunications: Helps ensure consistent performance of telecommunications equipment with minimal power loss and robust protection features.