DESCRIPTION
The L7800 series of three-terminal positiveregulators is available in TO-220, TO-220FP, TO-220FM, TO-3 and D2PAK packages andseveral fixed output voltages, making it useful in awide range of applications. These regulators canprovide local on-card regulation, eliminating thedistribution problems associated with single pointregulation. Each type employs internal currentlimiting, thermal shut-down and safe areaprotection, making it essentially indestructible. Ifadequate heat sinking is provided, they candeliver over 1A output current. Although designedprimarily as fixed voltage regulators, thesedevices can be used with external components toobtain adjustable voltage and currents.