7905 Negative Voltage Regulator IC (TO 3, Negative 5V, 1.5A)

The 7905 is a fixed negative linear voltage regulator IC designed to provide a regulated negative 5V output from a suitable negative input supply. Its TO 3 metal package supports heat dissipation and is suitable for power supply circuits requiring higher current handling. It is commonly used in dual polarity power supplies, analog systems, and electronic equipment that require a stable negative voltage rail.

Key Features -

• Fixed negative output voltage of negative 5V

• Output current up to 1.5A, subject to operating conditions

• TO 3 metal package

• Metal package supports heat dissipation

• Internal thermal overload protection

• Short circuit protection, depending on the specific device

• Suitable for regulated negative power supplies

Specifications -

• IC Type: Negative Linear Voltage Regulator

• Output Voltage: Negative 5V

• Input Voltage: Negative 7V to negative 35V (verify the allowable range for the specific manufacturer)

• Output Current: Up to 1.5A, subject to thermal and electrical limits

• Package Type: TO 3

• Mounting Type: Through Hole

• Operating Temperature: Negative 40 C to positive 125 C (verify the specific device datasheet)

Applications -

• Dual polarity power supply circuits

• Analog and signal processing systems

• Operational amplifier power supplies

• Negative voltage rails for electronic equipment

• Regulated power supplies for control circuits