7912 Negative Voltage Regulator IC (TO 3, Negative 12V, 1.5A)

The 7912 is a fixed negative linear voltage regulator IC designed to provide a regulated negative 12V 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 industrial electronics that require a stable negative voltage rail.

Key Features -

• Fixed negative output voltage of negative 12V

• 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 supply circuits

Specifications -

• IC Type: Negative Linear Voltage Regulator

• Output Voltage: Negative 12V

• Input Voltage: Negative 14V 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

• Industrial electronic equipment

• Regulated negative voltage rails