MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO Microchip Integrated Circuit (Small Outline No-lead) In Stock
The Microchip MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO is a linear voltage regulator producing a fixed 2.8 V output at up to 300 mA in a compact 6-pin DFN package. It offers low dropout performance and low quiescent current for efficient operation in battery-powered and portable devices. Well-suited for RF front-end supplies, IoT sensors, and wireless module power rails.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- Small Outline No-lead
- Pin Count
- 7
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.7790(MOQ 10)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Fixed 2.8 V output linear regulator delivering up to 300 mA for RF and sensor supply rails
- Compact 6-pin DFN package minimizing PCB footprint in space-constrained portable designs
- Low dropout voltage enabling efficient regulation from 3.0 V or 3.3 V lithium-ion battery sources
- Low quiescent current extending battery runtime in IoT and wireless sensor node applications
Applications
The MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO provides a stable 2.8 V regulated supply for RF transceivers, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi modules, and MEMS sensors in IoT and wearable devices where battery efficiency is critical. Its 300 mA current capability supports multi-component subsystems on a single rail, while the 6-pin DFN package enables high-density layouts on compact PCBs. It is also used in portable medical monitors and handheld instruments requiring a clean, low-noise 2.8 V analog or digital supply.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO:
Fixed Positive LDO Regulator, 3V, 0.2V Dropout, CMOS, PDSO6
Frequently Asked Questions
What output voltage and maximum current does the MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO linear regulator provide?
The MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO is a fixed-output linear regulator set to 2.8 V with a maximum output current of 300 mA. This combination supports RF transceivers, sensor ICs, and microcontroller I/O power rails in battery-powered devices operating from lithium-ion or AAA cells.
How does the 6-pin DFN package of the MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO support miniaturized IoT board layouts?
The 6-pin DFN is a small no-lead surface-mount package with a compact footprint typically under 2 mm x 2 mm, enabling placement in tight PCB regions adjacent to RF modules or sensor arrays. This package also offers good thermal conductivity through its exposed pad, supporting continuous 300 mA delivery in ambient temperatures up to 85°C without excessive junction heating.
Which battery-powered applications are best matched to the MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO's 2.8 V output?
Applications using 2.4 GHz RF transceivers, MEMS microphones, or optical sensors that specify a 2.8 V supply rail are well-matched to this regulator. IoT edge nodes, Bluetooth Low Energy wearables, and portable environmental monitoring devices benefit from the 300 mA capacity and low dropout voltage, which maintains regulation as a single-cell lithium battery discharges toward 3.0 V.
When would a designer select the MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO over a switching regulator for a 2.8 V sensor supply?
A linear regulator like the MAQ5300-2.8YML-T5VAO is preferred over a switching regulator when the load current is below 300 mA and low switching noise is critical, such as in ADC reference supplies or RF receive paths where switching harmonics above 100 kHz could degrade signal quality. The DFN package and absence of inductors also simplify EMC compliance in sensitive radio frequency designs.
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