Product Overview
The LM2576T-12/NOPB from Texas Instruments is the Pb-free version of the LM2576T-12, a 3A step-down switching regulator with fixed 12V output. Electrically identical to the standard version but uses NiPdAu lead finish for RoHS compliance. The /NOPB suffix indicates Pb-free termination.
Key Specifications
| Output Voltage | 12V (Fixed, 2% tolerance) |
| Output Current | 3A |
| Input Voltage Range | 15V to 40V |
| Switching Frequency | 150 kHz |
| Efficiency | Up to 88% |
| Lead Finish | NiPdAu (Pb-free) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 125°C |
| Package | TO-220-5 (Pb-free) |
Features
- Electrically identical to LM2576T-12 with Pb-free termination
- 3A output current with fixed 12V output
- 150kHz fixed-frequency oscillator
- Only 4 external components required
- Shutdown mode: 50uA quiescent current
- Thermal shutdown and current limit protection
- RoHS compliant NiPdAu lead finish
Applications
- RoHS-compliant buck converter designs
- Automotive and industrial 12V power supplies
- Battery-powered voltage regulation
- Distributed power systems