LM7915CTAlternatives & Equivalent Parts
About LM7915CT
LM7915CT is a Integrated Circuit component manufactured by Texas Instruments. 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.
Specification Comparison
| Parameter | LM7915CTSource | LM7905CT | LM78L15ACZ/NOPB | LM7815CT | L7815ABV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | STMicroelectronics |
| Package Type | Transistor Outline, Vertical | Transistor Outline, Vertical | Other | Transistor Outline, Vertical | Transistor Outline, Vertical |
| Pin Count | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Temperature Range | — | — | ~ 125.0°C | — | — |
| Price | $0.9555 | $0.7998 | $0.2448 | $0.6294 | $0.1975 |
| Electrical Parameters | |||||
| Pbfree Code | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | — |
| Date Of Intro | 1989-01-01 | 1989-01-01 | — | — | 1980-01-04 |
| YTEOL | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 6.01 |
| Adjustability | FIXED | FIXED | FIXED | FIXED | FIXED |
| Dropout Voltage1-Nom | 1.1 V | 1.1 V | 1.6 V | 2 V | 2 V |
| Input Voltage Absolute-Max | 35 V | 25 V | 35 V | 35 V | 35 V |
| Input Voltage-Max | 30 V | 25 V | 30 V | 30 V | 28 V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 17.5 V | 7 V | 17.5 V | 17.5 V | 17.9 V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-XSFM-T3 | R-XSFM-T3 | O-PBCY-W3 | R-PSFM-T3 | R-PSFM-T3 |
| JESD-609 Code | e0 | e0 | e3 | e0 | — |
| Line Regulation-Max | 0.05% | 0.015% | 0.25% | 0.3% | 0.15% |
| Load Regulation-Max | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.15% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Number of Functions | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Max | 125 °C | 125 °C | 125 °C | 125 °C | 125 °C |
| Output Current1-Max | 1.5 A | 1.5 A | 0.1 A | 1 A | 1 A |
| Output Voltage1-Max | 15.75 V | 5.25 V | 15.75 V | 15.75 V | 15.6 V |
| Output Voltage1-Min | 14.25 V | 4.75 V | 14.25 V | 14.25 V | 14.4 V |
| Output Voltage1-Nom | 15 V | 5 V | 15 V | 15 V | 15 V |
| Package Body Material | UNSPECIFIED | UNSPECIFIED | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SIP3,.1TB | SIP3,.1TB | SIP3,.1,50 | SIP3,.1TB | SIP3,.1TB |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR | ROUND | RECTANGULAR | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | FLANGE MOUNT | FLANGE MOUNT | CYLINDRICAL | FLANGE MOUNT | FLANGE MOUNT |
| Packing Method | TUBE | TUBE | TR | RAIL | TUBE |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | Not Qualified | — | Not Qualified |
| Regulator Type | FIXED NEGATIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR | FIXED NEGATIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT STANDARD REGULATOR |
| Surface Mount | NO | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Technology | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR | BIPOLAR |
| Terminal Finish | Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb) | Tin/Lead (Sn/Pb) | Matte Tin (Sn) | TIN LEAD | Tin (Sn) - immersion |
| Terminal Form | THROUGH-HOLE | THROUGH-HOLE | WIRE | THROUGH-HOLE | THROUGH-HOLE |
| Terminal Pitch | 2.54 mm | 2.54 mm | 1.27 mm | 2.54 mm | — |
| Terminal Position | SINGLE | SINGLE | BOTTOM | SINGLE | SINGLE |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 5% | 5% | 5% | 5% | 2% |
| ## LM7915CT Alternates Showing results | Image | — | — | — | — |
| ## LM78L15ACZ/NOPB Alternates Showing results | — | — | Image | — | — |
| ## LM7815CT Alternates Showing results | — | — | — | Image | — |
| Factory Lead Time | — | — | — | — | 8 Weeks |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Min | — | — | — | — | -40 °C |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | — | — | — | — | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | — | — | — | — | NOT SPECIFIED |
| ## L7815ABV Alternates Showing results | — | — | — | — | Image |
Cells highlighted in yellow indicate differing values across parts. Always verify with official datasheets before substitution.
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What is equivalent to LM7915CT?
Known equivalents for LM7915CT include LM7905CT, LM78L15ACZ/NOPB, LM7815CT. Contact FindMyChip for a full compatibility analysis for your specific application.
Can I use a different manufacturer's part instead of LM7915CT?
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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