Product Overview
The LM2576R-ADJ from Texas Instruments is a 3A step-down switching voltage regulator with adjustable output from 1.23V to 37V. Operating at 52kHz switching frequency in a TO-263-5 (D2PAK) package, it requires minimal external components and achieves up to 88% efficiency.
Key Specifications
| Input Voltage | 4V – 40V |
| Output Current | 3A |
| Output Voltage | 1.23V – 37V (adjustable) |
| Switching Frequency | 52kHz |
| Efficiency | Up to 88% |
| Saturation Voltage | 1.5V (typ) @3A |
| Quiescent Current | 5mA (typ) |
| Shutdown Current | 50µA |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +125°C |
| Package | TO-263-5 (R suffix, D2PAK) |
Features
- Only 4 external components required for a complete regulator
- Adjustable output from 1.23V to 37V with 1% feedback reference
- 52kHz fixed frequency for simple filter design
- Built-in thermal shutdown and current limit protection
- 50µA standby current in shutdown mode
- Industry-standard pinout compatible with LM2575/LM2577
Applications
- 12V/24V to 5V/3.3V step-down conversion
- Battery charger and automotive power supplies
- Distributed power system pre-regulation
- Simple and cost-effective buck regulator designs