General Description

The AP7217C low-dropout linear regulator operates from a 2.5V to 5.5V supply and delivers a guaranteed 600mA (min) continuous load current.

The space-saving SOP-8L-EP package is suitable for “pocket” and hand-held applications.

Features

• Very Low Dropout Voltage

• Low Current Consumption: Typ. 40µA

• Output Voltage: 1.25V

• Guaranteed 600mA (min) Output

• Input Range up to 5.5V

• Current Limiting

• Stability with Low ESR Capacitors

• Thermal shutdown Protection

• Low Temperature Coefficient

• SOP-8L-EP: Available in “Green” Molding Compound (No Br, Sb)

• Lead Free Finish / RoHS Compliant (Note 1)

Applications

• CD and MP3 Players

• Cellular and PCS Phones

• Digital Still Camera

• Hand-Held Computers