MCP1824T-2502E/DC Microchip Integrated Circuit (SOT223 (5-Pin)) In Stock
The MCP1824T-2502E/DC is a 300 mA CMOS LDO linear voltage regulator with a fixed 2.5 V output. It features a low dropout voltage of 200 mV typical and operates from a 2.88 V to 6 V input supply. Available in SOT-223-5 package, from stock with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Microchip
- Package
- SOT223 (5-Pin)
- Pin Count
- 5
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- MCP1824T-2502E/DC Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Price
- From $0.2100(MOQ 25)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 300 mA output current with only 200 mV typical dropout voltage, enabling efficient operation close to the output rail
- Fixed 2.5 V output in a compact SOT-223-5 package, ideal for space-constrained designs requiring regulated voltage
- Wide input voltage range of 2.88 V to 6 V with an absolute maximum of 6.5 V, supporting diverse power supply scenarios
Applications
The MCP1824T-2502E/DC is well suited for powering microcontrollers, sensors, and DSPs in battery-operated portable equipment where a stable 2.5 V rail is required. Its 300 mA capacity and low dropout make it effective in post-regulation stages of switching supplies, USB-powered devices, and IoT nodes. It is also used in industrial control systems and automotive accessory circuits demanding reliable, low-noise 2.5 V regulation.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Manufacturer Package Code | SOT-223-5 |
| Factory Lead Time | 8Weeks |
| YTEOL | 9 |
| Adjustability | FIXED |
| Dropout Voltage1-Max | 0.32V |
| Dropout Voltage1-Nom | 0.2V |
| Input Voltage Absolute-Max | 6.5V |
| Input Voltage-Max | 6V |
| Input Voltage-Min | 2.8825V |
| JESD-30 Code | R-PDSO-G5 |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Line Regulation-Max | 0.013249375% |
| Load Regulation-Max | 0.025% |
| Number of Functions | 1 |
| Number of Outputs | 1 |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Max | 125°C |
| Operating Temperature TJ-Min | -40 °C |
| Output Current1-Max | 0.3A |
| Output Voltage1-Max | 2.5625V |
| Output Voltage1-Min | 2.4375V |
| Output Voltage1-Nom | 2.5V |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | SOT-223-5 |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR |
| Package Style | SMALL OUTLINE |
| Packing Method | TR |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | 260 |
| Qualification Status | Not Qualified |
| Regulator Type | FIXED POSITIVE SINGLE OUTPUT LDO REGULATOR |
| Screening Level | TS 16949 |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) |
| Terminal Form | GULL WING |
| Terminal Pitch | 1.27mm |
| Terminal Position | DUAL |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | 40 |
| Voltage Tolerance-Max | 2.5% |
| Package | SOT223 (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 | Taiwan, Thailand |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical dropout voltage of the MCP1824T-2502E/DC at full load?
At its maximum output current of 300 mA, the MCP1824T-2502E/DC has a typical dropout voltage of 200 mV and a maximum dropout of 320 mV, allowing the device to regulate 2.5 V output from an input as low as approximately 2.88 V under full load conditions.
Which battery-powered applications benefit most from the MCP1824T-2502E/DC's low dropout performance?
Applications running from a single lithium-ion cell or three AA alkaline cells benefit greatly, since the device regulates a stable 2.5 V output with only 200 mV dropout across a 2.88 V to 6 V input range. This makes it suitable for portable medical monitors, wireless sensors, and handheld GPS units requiring up to 300 mA of clean supply current.
Can the MCP1824T-2502E/DC handle an input supply surge to 6.5 V without damage?
Yes. The absolute maximum input voltage for the MCP1824T-2502E/DC is 6.5 V, providing a 500 mV headroom above the 6 V rated operating maximum. Transients within this limit are tolerated without damage, though sustained operation above 6 V is not recommended, and adequate input bypass capacitance should be placed within 10 mm of the input pin.
What package does the MCP1824T-2502E/DC use, and how does it aid thermal management?
The MCP1824T-2502E/DC is housed in a 5-pin SOT-223 package, which includes a large thermal tab tied to the output pin. This tab allows direct soldering to a copper pour, dissipating heat equivalent to several hundred mW of power, significantly reducing junction temperature rise compared to smaller SOT-23 or SC-70 packages under 300 mA load.
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