LM78M05CDTX/NOPB – Linear Voltage Regulator 5V 500mA IC TO-252-3

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5V 500mA Linear Voltage Regulator IC for Reliable Medium-Current Power Supply Designs (TO-252-3 Package)
The LM78M05CDTX/NOPB is a fixed 5V linear voltage regulator IC designed to provide stable DC output with load current capability up to 500mA. It is suitable for powering microcontrollers, development boards, industrial control circuits, and other 5V logic systems that require dependable voltage regulation from higher DC input sources. The internal protection features and linear regulation topology ensure consistent output voltage with low ripple and stable performance across varying load conditions.
Housed in a TO-252-3 (DPAK) surface-mount package, this regulator offers improved thermal handling compared to smaller SMD packages, making it appropriate for medium-current applications. It is widely used in embedded systems, power supply modules, consumer electronics, and industrial automation circuits where a regulated 5V rail is essential.
Key Features

Fixed Output Voltage: Regulated 5V DC output
Output Current Capability: Supports load current up to 500mA
Package Type: TO-252-3 (DPAK) surface-mount package for better thermal dissipation
Linear Regulation: Provides stable and low-noise voltage output
Built-In Protection: Typically includes thermal shutdown and current limiting
Typical Applications: Embedded boards, industrial control systems, 5V logic circuits, and power modules