L7809ACV STMicroelectronics Integrated Circuit (Transistor Outline, Vertical) In Stock

STMicroelectronics L7809ACV is a fixed +9 V linear voltage regulator accepting up to 35 V input with 2 V typical dropout in a TO-220 through-hole package. It delivers up to 1.5 A output current with internal thermal and short-circuit protection. Available in stock worldwide with fast delivery.

ACTIVEIntegrated CircuitVerified May 2026
Package / Visual Reference
L7809ACVTransistor Outline, Vertical
Quick Facts
Manufacturer
STMicroelectronics
Package
Transistor Outline, Vertical
Pin Count
3
Lifecycle
ACTIVE
Category
Integrated Circuit
RoHS
Compliant
Lead Time
3–7 business days
Shipping
DHL Express · Worldwide

What are the key features of L7809ACV?

  • Fixed +9 V regulated output with 0.09% line regulation and up to 35 V absolute maximum input voltage
  • Internal thermal shutdown and short-circuit protection eliminate the need for external protection circuitry
  • TO-220 through-hole package with up to 1.5 A output current for robust power supply designs

What is L7809ACV used for?

The L7809ACV is ideal for generating a stable 9 V rail in industrial power supplies, embedded system boards, and consumer electronics requiring a regulated supply from a higher-voltage input such as a 12 V or 24 V bus. Its internal protection features and TO-220 package suit medium-current applications like motor driver pre-regulators, audio preamplifiers, and sensor supply rails. The wide input range of 10.6 V to 35 V makes it versatile across automotive, benchtop, and wall-adapter powered designs.

What are the specifications of L7809ACV?

Date Of Intro1980-01-04
YTEOL6.01
AdjustabilityFIXED
Dropout Voltage1-Nom2V
Input Voltage Absolute-Max35V
Input Voltage-Max22V
Input Voltage-Min10.6V
JESD-30 CodeR-PSFM-T3
JESD-609 Codee3
Line Regulation-Max0.09%
Load Regulation-Max0.1%
Number of Functions1
Number of Outputs1
Operating Temperature TJ-Max125°C
Output Current1-Max1A
Output Voltage1-Max9.18V
Output Voltage1-Min8.65V
Output Voltage1-Nom9V
Package Body MaterialPLASTIC/EPOXY
Package Equivalence CodeSIP3,.1TB
Package ShapeRECTANGULAR
Package StyleFLANGE MOUNT
Packing MethodTUBE
Qualification StatusNot Qualified
Regulator TypeFIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR
Surface MountNO
TechnologyBIPOLAR
Terminal FinishMATTE TIN
Terminal FormTHROUGH-HOLE
Terminal PositionSINGLE
Voltage Tolerance-Max2%
PackageTransistor Outline, Vertical

Compliance & Regulatory

RoHS StatusCompliant
Lead-FreeYes (Pb-Free)
ECCNEAR99
HTS Code8542.39.00.60

Where can I find the L7809ACV datasheet?

L7809ACV Datasheet Download

Official datasheet from STMicroelectronics

What are equivalent replacements for L7809ACV?

Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for L7809ACV:

Frequently Asked Questions

What input voltage range does the L7809ACV support and what is its dropout voltage?

The L7809ACV accepts an input voltage from 10.6 V minimum to 35 V absolute maximum, with a nominal dropout voltage of 2 V. This means at least an 11 V input is needed to maintain a stable 9 V output, making it compatible with 12 V and 24 V supply rails common in industrial and automotive systems.

How much output current can the L7809ACV supply in a 9 V regulator application?

The L7809ACV provides up to 1.5 A of continuous output current at 9 V, with internal thermal shutdown and short-circuit protection ensuring safe operation under overload conditions. This current capacity suits medium-load applications such as microcontroller boards, sensor arrays, and audio pre-amplifier circuits powered from a 12 V to 24 V bus.

Which board designs benefit most from the L7809ACV compared to a switching regulator?

The L7809ACV is preferred in noise-sensitive analog or RF circuits where a switching regulator's switching artifacts would degrade performance. Applications like audio preamplifiers, precision sensor boards, and RF front-ends benefit from its clean 9 V output with 0.09% line regulation, accepting the linear regulator's power dissipation trade-off in exchange for very low output noise.

What external components are required to build a complete 9 V regulated supply with the L7809ACV?

A minimal L7809ACV circuit requires only a 0.33 µF input bypass capacitor and a 0.1 µF output capacitor plus the L7809ACV itself, since internal thermal and short-circuit protection are built in. This 3-component BOM makes it one of the simplest 9 V, 1.5 A regulator solutions for cost-sensitive or space-constrained power supply stages.

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