The LM2940 positive voltage regulator features the ability to source 1A of output current
with a dropout voltage of typically 0.5V and a maximum of 1V over the entire temperature range.
Furthermore, a quiescent current reduction circuit has been included which reduces the ground
current when the differential between the input voltage and the output voltage exceeds
approximately 3V. The quiescent current with 1A of output current and an input-output differential
of 5V is therefore only 30 mA. Higher quiescent currents only exist when the regulator is in the
dropout mode (VIN − VOUT ≤ 3V).
Designed also for vehicular applications, the LM2940 and all regulated circuitry are
protected from reverse battery installations or 2-battery jumps. During line transients, such as
load dump when the input voltage can momentarily exceed the specified maximum operating voltage,
the regulator will automatically shut down to protect both the internal circuits and the load. The
LM2940 cannot be harmed by temporary mirror-image insertion. Familiar regulator features such as
short circuit and thermal overload protection are also provided.
The LM2940 positive voltage regulator features the ability to source 1A of output current
with a dropout voltage of typically 0.5V and a maximum of 1V over the entire temperature range.
Furthermore, a quiescent current reduction circuit has been included which reduces the ground
current when the differential between the input voltage and the output voltage exceeds
approximately 3V. The quiescent current with 1A of output current and an input-output differential
of 5V is therefore only 30 mA. Higher quiescent currents only exist when the regulator is in the
dropout mode (VIN − VOUT ≤ 3V).
Designed also for vehicular applications, the LM2940 and all regulated circuitry are
protected from reverse battery installations or 2-battery jumps. During line transients, such as
load dump when the input voltage can momentarily exceed the specified maximum operating voltage,
the regulator will automatically shut down to protect both the internal circuits and the load. The
LM2940 cannot be harmed by temporary mirror-image insertion. Familiar regulator features such as
short circuit and thermal overload protection are also provided.