L78L12ACDAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About L78L12ACD
L78L12ACD is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It comes in a Small Outline Packages 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 | L78L12ACDSource | UA78L12ACD | M20-7832046 | L78L12ABD-TR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics | Texas Instruments | Harwin | STMicroelectronics |
| Package Type | Small Outline Packages | Small Outline Packages | Header, Receptacle - Straight PTH Box | Small Outline Packages |
| Pin Count | 8 | 8 | 40 | 8 |
| Temperature Range | — | — | -40.0°C ~ 105.0°C | — |
| Price | $0.0654 | $0.1260 | $2.1400 | $0.0870 |
| Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock | In Stock |
| Lifecycle | OBSOLETE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Electrical Parameters | ||||
| YTEOL | 0 | 15 | 9.1 | 5.96 |
| Adjustability | FIXED | FIXED | — | FIXED |
| Dropout Voltage1-Nom | 1.7 V | 1.7 V | — | 1.7 V |
| Input Voltage Absolute-Max | 35 V | 35 V | — | 35 V |
| Input Voltage-Max | 27 V | 30 V | — | 27 V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 14.5 V | 14.5 V | — | 14.5 V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G8 | R-PDSO-G8 | — | R-PDSO-G8 |
| Line Regulation-Max | 0.25% | 0.25% | — | 0.25% |
| Load Regulation-Max | 0.1% | 0.1% | — | 0.1% |
| Number of Functions | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Max | 125 °C | 125 °C | — | 125 °C |
| Output Current1-Max | 0.1 A | 0.1 A | — | 0.07 A |
| Output Voltage1-Max | 12.6 V | 12.6 V | — | 13.2 V |
| Output Voltage1-Min | 11.4 V | 11.4 V | — | 11.4 V |
| Output Voltage1-Nom | 12 V | 12 V | — | 12 V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | — | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOP8,.25 | SOP8,.25 | — | SOP8,.25 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | — | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE | SMALL OUTLINE | — | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Packing Method | TR, 13 INCH | TUBE | — | TR |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 | 260 | — | 260 |
| Qualification Status | 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 | YES | YES | — | YES |
| Technology | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR | — | BIPOLAR |
| Terminal Finish | NICKEL GOLD PALLADIUM SILVER | Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au) | — | Nickel/Palladium/Gold/Silver (Ni/Pd/Au/Ag) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING | GULL WING | — | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27 mm | 1.27 mm | 2.54 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL | DUAL | — | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 | 30 | — | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 5% | 5% | — | 5% |
| ## L78L12ACD Alternates Showing results | Image | — | — | — |
| Pbfree Code | — | Yes | Yes | — |
| JESD-609 Code | — | e4 | e3 | e4 |
| Body Breadth | — | — | 0.198 inch | — |
| Body Depth | — | — | 0.335 inch | — |
| Body Length | — | — | 2.016 inch | — |
| Body/Shell Style | — | — | SOCKET | — |
| Connector Type | — | — | BOARD CONNECTOR | — |
| Contact Finish Mating | — | — | NOT APPLICABLE | — |
| Contact Finish Termination | — | — | Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier | — |
| Contact Gender | — | — | FEMALE | — |
| Contact Material | — | — | PHOSPHOR BRONZE | — |
| Contact Pattern | — | — | RECTANGULAR | — |
| Contact Resistance | — | — | 20 mΩ | — |
| Contact Style | — | — | SQ PIN-SKT | — |
| DIN Conformance | — | — | NO | — |
| Filter Feature | — | — | NO | — |
| IEC Conformance | — | — | NO | — |
| Insulation Resistance | — | — | 1000000000 Ω | — |
| Insulator Color | — | — | BLACK | — |
| Insulator Material | — | — | POLYAMIDE | — |
| MIL Conformance | — | — | NO | — |
| Mating Contact Pitch | — | — | 0.1 inch | — |
| Mating Contact Row Spacing | — | — | 0.1 inch | — |
| Mixed Contacts | — | — | NO | — |
| Mounting Option 1 | — | — | LOCKING | — |
| Mounting Style | — | — | STRAIGHT | — |
| Mounting Type | — | — | BOARD | — |
| Number Of Connectors | — | — | ONE | — |
| Number Of PCB Rows | — | — | 2 | — |
| Number of Rows Loaded | — | — | 2 | — |
| Option | — | — | GENERAL PURPOSE | — |
| PCB Contact Pattern | — | — | STAGGERED | — |
| PCB Contact Row Spacing | — | — | 2.54 mm | — |
| Polarization Key | — | — | POLARIZED HOUSING | — |
| Rated Current (Signal) | — | — | 3 A | — |
| Reference Standard | — | — | UL | — |
| Terminal Length | — | — | 0.118 inch | — |
| Termination Type | — | — | SOLDER | — |
| Total Number of Contacts | — | — | 40 | — |
| UL Flammability Code | — | — | 94V-0 | — |
| Factory Lead Time | — | — | — | 10 Weeks |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Min | — | — | — | -40 °C |
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FAQ
What is equivalent to L78L12ACD?
Known equivalents for L78L12ACD include UA78L12ACD, M20-7832046, L78L12ABD-TR. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of L78L12ACD?
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.
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