L7812CPAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About L7812CP
L7812CP is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It comes in a Transistor Outline, Vertical package. Below you'll find known alternative and equivalent parts that can serve as replacements in your design.
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Specification Comparison
| Parameter | L7812CPSource | L7812ACV | SMAJ24A-E3/61 | L7820CV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | Vishay | STMicroelectronics |
| Package Type | Transistor Outline, Vertical | Transistor Outline, Vertical | Diodes Moulded | Transistor Outline, Vertical |
| Pin Count | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Temperature Range | — | — | -55.0°C ~ 150.0°C | — |
| Price | $0.3841 | $0.2069 | $0.0409 | $0.1856 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | OBSOLETE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||
| Factory Lead Time | 8 Weeks | 8 Weeks | — | — |
| Date Of Intro | 1980-01-04 | 1980-01-04 | — | — |
| YTEOL | 6.01 | 6.01 | 6.1 | 0 |
| Adjustability | FIXED | FIXED | — | FIXED |
| Dropout Voltage1-Nom | 2 V | 2 V | — | 2 V |
| Input Voltage Absolute-Max | 35 V | 35 V | — | 40 V |
| Input Voltage-Max | 25 V | 25 V | — | 35 V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 14.5 V | 14.8 V | — | 22.5 V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PSFM-T3 | R-PSFM-T3 | R-PDSO-C2 | R-XSFM-T3 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 | e3 | e3 | e3 |
| Line Regulation-Max | 0.24% | 0.12% | — | 0.4% |
| Load Regulation-Max | 0.24% | 0.1% | — | 0.4% |
| Number of Functions | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Max | 125 °C | 125 °C | — | 150 °C |
| Output Current1-Max | 1 A | 1 A | — | 1.5 A |
| Output Voltage1-Max | 12.6 V | 12.5 V | — | 21 V |
| Output Voltage1-Min | 14.4 V | 11.5 V | — | 19 V |
| Output Voltage1-Nom | 12 V | 12 V | — | 20 V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | UNSPECIFIED |
| Package Equivalence Code | SIP3,.1ISO-TB | SIP3,.1TB | — | SIP3,.1TB |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | FLANGE MOUNT | FLANGE MOUNT | SMALL OUTLINE | FLANGE MOUNT |
| Packing Method | TUBE | TUBE | — | TUBE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified |
| Regulator Type | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR | — | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR |
| Surface Mount | NO | NO | YES | NO |
| Technology | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR | AVALANCHE | BIPOLAR |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - annealed | MATTE TIN | Matte Tin (Sn) | Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | THROUGH-HOLE | C BEND | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Position | SINGLE | SINGLE | DUAL | SINGLE |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 4% | 2% | — | 5% |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | — | NOT SPECIFIED | 260 | — |
| Terminal Pitch | — | 2.54 mm | — | 2.54 mm |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | — | NOT SPECIFIED | 30 | — |
| Additional Feature | — | — | EXCELLENT CLAMPING CAPABILITY | — |
| Breakdown Voltage-Max | — | — | 29.5 V | — |
| Breakdown Voltage-Min | — | — | 26.7 V | — |
| Breakdown Voltage-Nom | — | — | 28.1 V | — |
| Clamping Voltage-Max | — | — | 38.9 V | — |
| Configuration | — | — | SINGLE | — |
| Diode Element Material | — | — | SILICON | — |
| Diode Type | — | — | TRANS VOLTAGE SUPPRESSOR DIODE | — |
| Forward Voltage-Max (VF) | — | — | 3.5 V | — |
| JEDEC-95 Code | — | — | DO-214AC | — |
| Non-rep Peak Rev Power Dis-Max | — | — | 400 W | — |
| Number of Elements | — | — | 1 | — |
| Polarity | — | — | UNIDIRECTIONAL | — |
| Power Dissipation-Max | — | — | 3.3 W | — |
| Reference Standard | — | — | UL RECOGNIZED | — |
| Rep Pk Reverse Voltage-Max | — | — | 24 V | — |
| Reverse Current-Max | — | — | 1 µA | — |
| Reverse Test Voltage | — | — | 24 V | — |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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FAQ
What is equivalent to L7812CP?
Known equivalents for L7812CP include L7812ACV, SMAJ24A-E3/61, L7820CV. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of L7812CP?
In many cases, yes. Cross-manufacturer alternatives exist for most standard components. However, always verify pin compatibility, electrical specs, and package dimensions before substituting in production.
How do I verify L7812CP alternatives?
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