LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPBIn StockTexas Instruments
LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB is a micropower 50 mA ultra low-dropout LDO voltage regulator in SOT-23-5 package, featuring 120 mV typical dropout, 16 V max input, and fixed 3.0 V output. From $0.259 with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- SOT23 (5-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 5
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.2590(MOQ 1)
- Temp Range
- -40.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Ultra low 120 mV typical dropout voltage at 50 mA output current
- Fixed 3.0 V output with high accuracy for stable power regulation
- Micropower quiescent current for battery-powered and low-power designs
- Compact SOT-23-5 package ideal for space-constrained applications
- Wide input voltage range: 4 V to 16 V maximum
Applications
The LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB is well-suited for portable consumer electronics, IoT sensors, and battery-powered devices requiring a stable 3.0 V rail. Its ultra-low dropout and micropower consumption make it ideal for always-on power management in handheld instruments and wearable devices. It is also commonly used in post-regulation stages of switching supplies where low noise and high accuracy are critical.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 15 |
| Adjustability | FIXED |
| Dropout Voltage1-Max | 0.225V |
| Dropout Voltage1-Nom | 0.12V |
| Input Voltage Absolute-Max | 16V |
| Input Voltage-Max | 16V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 4V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G5 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Line Regulation-Max | 0.0115% |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Max | 125°C |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Min | -40 °C |
| Output Current1-Max | 0.05A |
| Output Voltage1-Max | 3.075V |
| Output Voltage1-Min | 2.925V |
| Output Voltage1-Nom | 3V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | TSOP5/6,.11,37 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE, LOW PROFILE, SHRINK PITCH |
| Packing Method | TR |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Regulator Type | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT LDO REGULATOR |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | BIPOLAR |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.95mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 30 |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 2.5% |
| Package | SOT23 (5-Pin) |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level | MSL 1 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8542.39.00.60 |
| Country of Origin | Mainland China, Philippines |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the output voltage and dropout voltage of the LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB?
The LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB provides a fixed 3.0 V output. Its typical dropout voltage is only 120 mV at 50 mA load current, with a maximum dropout of 225 mV, enabling operation from input voltages as low as 4 V.
What is the maximum output current of the LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB?
This LDO regulator supports a maximum continuous output current of 50 mA, making it suitable for microcontrollers, sensors, and other low-power ICs in portable and battery-operated applications.
What package does the LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB use and is it RoHS compliant?
The LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB is housed in a 5-pin SOT-23 (SOT-23-5) package, which is compact and board-space efficient. It is Pb-free and RoHS compliant, with JESD-609 Code e3 indicating lead-free solder compatibility.
What are typical applications for the LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB?
Typical applications include portable consumer electronics, IoT sensors, wearables, handheld instruments, and any design requiring a regulated 3.0 V supply with minimal quiescent current and very low dropout voltage.
Are there alternative or equivalent parts to the LP2980AIM5-3.0/NOPB?
Compatible alternatives include other LP2980 series variants with different fixed output voltages, as well as Texas Instruments' LP2985 and LP5907 series for similar ultra-low-dropout, low-noise LDO applications in SOT-23 packages.
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