MC7812CT

The MC7812CT is an integrated circuit (IC) component primarily used as a voltage regulator. It belongs to the 78xx series of three-terminal positive voltage regulators manufactured by Texas Instruments. The MC7812CT is designed to provide a constant output voltage of 12 volts and is commonly used in various electronic devices and power supply applications. Below are the key features and an overview of the MC7812CT: 1. Three-Terminal Regulator: The MC7812CT is a three-terminal device consisting of an input pin (VIN), an output pin (VOUT), and a ground pin (GND). It follows the standard pinout configuration of the 78xx series regulators. 2. Voltage Output: This IC is specifically designed to produce a fixed regulated output voltage of 12 volts. It can handle an input voltage range of up to 35 volts. 3. Current Capacity: The MC7812CT has a maximum output current rating of 1.5 amps. This makes it suitable for applications requiring a stable 12V supply with moderate current consumption. 4. Internal Thermal Overload Protection: To ensure safe operation, the MC7812CT incorporates internal thermal shutdown circuitry. This protection feature prevents the IC from exceeding its specified temperature limits by disabling the output when the temperature exceeds a predefined threshold