Product Overview
The LP38693SD-3.3 from Texas Instruments is a 500mA low-dropout CMOS linear regulator with 3.3V fixed output in a WSON-6 package. With 250mV dropout at 500mA and 55uA ground current, it provides efficient regulation for portable and automotive applications.
Key Specifications
| Output Voltage | 3.3 V (fixed) |
| Output Current | 500 mA |
| Input Voltage | 2.7 V to 10 V |
| Dropout Voltage | 250 mV (typ at 500mA, VOUT=5V) |
| Ground Current | 55 uA (typ at full load) |
| PSRR | 50 dB at 100kHz |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C |
Features
- 2.7V-10V wide input range with 3.3V fixed output
- 250mV low dropout voltage at 500mA for efficient regulation
- 55uA typical ground current independent of load
- 50dB PSRR at 100kHz for noise-sensitive circuits
- Enable pin with 1uA off-state quiescent current
- AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified (WSON options) for automotive
Applications
- Automotive ECU and infotainment power supply
- Hard disk drive and laptop voltage regulation
- Battery-powered portable instruments
- Post-regulation after DC-DC converters