7912 Negative 12V Voltage Regulator TO-220 IC (7912 IC)

The 7912 is a fixed negative voltage regulator IC designed to provide a stable -12V DC output for dual power supplies, analog circuits, audio equipment, instrumentation, and industrial electronics. Housed in a TO-220 package, this regulator offers excellent line and load regulation along with built-in protection features, making it ideal for applications requiring a reliable negative voltage rail.

Key Features -

• Fixed -12V output voltage

• Negative voltage regulator

• Excellent line and load regulation

• Built-in thermal overload protection

• Internal short-circuit protection

• Simple three-terminal design

• TO-220 package

Specifications -

• Product type - Voltage regulator IC

• Model - 7912

• Regulator type - Negative fixed voltage regulator

• Output voltage - -12V DC

• Package type - TO-220

• Mounting type - Through Hole Mount

• Output current - Up to 1A with adequate heatsinking

• Input voltage - More negative than -12V

• Protection features - Thermal shutdown and current limiting

• Additional features - Stable output, low ripple, and reliable performance

Applications -

• Dual polarity power supplies

• Audio amplifier circuits

• Operational amplifier power rails

• Industrial control equipment

• Instrumentation systems

• Communication equipment

• Embedded electronic projects