The L7805 Voltage Regulator is a popular 3-terminal linear voltage regulator that provides a stable 5V DC output from higher input voltages (typically 7V to 35V). It's widely used in electronics projects to safely step down and regulate voltage for microcontrollers like Arduino, sensors, logic circuits, and more.
With built-in thermal overload and short-circuit protection, the L7805 offers reliability and ease of use in various applications. It is housed in a TO-220 package, making it easy to mount on heatsinks for improved heat dissipation.
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Key Features:
- Output Voltage: 5V regulated
- Input Voltage: 7V to 35V
- Output Current: Up to 1.5A (with heatsink)
- Package: TO-220
- Protections: Thermal shutdown, short-circuit, and over-voltage
- Dropout Voltage: ~2V
Applications:
- Power supply for Arduino and development boards
- Regulated 5V output for logic-level circuits
- Sensor and module voltage regulation
- DIY electronics and embedded projects
