Microchip Technology MIC5209-3.6YU-TR
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $6.52 | $6.52 |
| 15+ | $1.50 | $22.50 |
| 25+ | $1.47 | $36.75 |
| 50+ | $1.39 | $69.50 |
| 100+ | $1.22 | $122.00 |
| N+ | $0.24 | Price Inquiry |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Microchip Technology |
| Product Series | |
| Packaging | Tape & Reel (TR) | |
| Output Configuration | Active |
| Output Type | Positive |
| Number of Regulators | Fixed |
| Voltage - Input (Max) | 16V |
| Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed) | 3.6V |
| Voltage - Output (Max) | - |
| Voltage Dropout (Max) | 0.6V @ 500mA |
| Current - Output | 500mA |
| Current - Quiescent (Iq) | 170 μA |
| Current - Supply (Max) | 25 mA |
| PSRR | 75dB (120Hz) |
| Control Features | Enable |
| Protection Features | Over Current, Over Temperature, Reverse Polarity |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | TO-263-6, D2PAK (5 Leads + Tab), TO-263BA |
| Supplier Device Package | TO-263-5 |
| ROHS |
The Microchip MIC5209-3.6YU-TR is a fixed-output low dropout linear regulator delivering a stable 3.6V at up to 500mA. Its low 170 μA quiescent current and 0.6V dropout voltage make it an efficient choice for battery-operated and power-sensitive applications. The TO-263-5 package ensures excellent thermal performance, while 75dB PSRR at 120Hz provides clean, ripple-free power for analog and digital circuits.
- Extended Battery Life: Ultra-low 170 μA quiescent current minimizes standby power draw in portable devices.
- High Ripple Rejection: 75dB PSRR at 120Hz ensures clean, stable output for noise-sensitive analog circuits.
- Low Dropout Operation: 0.6V dropout at 500mA allows operation from supplies with minimal headroom, improving efficiency.
- Robust Thermal Package: TO-263-5 package dissipates heat effectively, supporting reliable operation at full load.
Battery-Powered Industrial Sensors
The MIC5209-3.6YU-TR's low quiescent current of 170 μA extends battery life in remote industrial sensors that require a stable 3.6V rail for microcontroller and sensor operation.
Automotive Infotainment Systems
With a dropout voltage of only 0.6V at 500mA, this regulator maintains a clean 3.6V supply even when the vehicle's battery voltage dips during cranking, ensuring uninterrupted operation of audio and display modules.
Telecommunications Equipment
The 75dB PSRR at 120Hz effectively rejects mains-frequency ripple, making it ideal for powering sensitive analog front-ends in telecom base stations and networking gear.
Portable Medical Devices
Fixed 3.6V output and TO-263-5 package allow for efficient thermal dissipation in compact, handheld diagnostic tools that demand reliable, low-noise power.
Precision Reference Supplies
For applications requiring a stable reference voltage, the MIC5209-3.6YU-TR provides a fixed 3.6V output with excellent line and load regulation, suitable for ADC and DAC reference circuits.
LED Lighting Drivers
The 500mA current capability can directly drive low-power LED strings, while the low dropout ensures consistent brightness even with varying input supply from batteries or solar panels.
- Q: What is the output voltage of the MIC5209-3.6YU-TR?
- A: The output voltage is fixed at 3.6V.
- Q: What is the maximum output current?
- A: The maximum output current is 500mA.
- Q: What is the input voltage range?
- A: The input voltage range is not specified in the provided data; the voltage_input field indicates 3.6V, which is the output voltage.
- Q: What is the dropout voltage?
- A: The dropout voltage is 0.6V at 500mA load.
- Q: What is the quiescent current?
- A: The quiescent current is 170 μA.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: The device is available in a TO-263-5 package.
- Q: What is the output voltage of the MIC5209-3.6YU-TR?
- A: The output voltage is fixed at 3.6V.
- Q: What is the maximum output current?
- A: The maximum output current is 500mA.
- Q: What is the input voltage range?
- A: The input voltage range is not specified in the provided data; the voltage_input field indicates 3.6V, which is the output voltage.
- Q: What is the dropout voltage?
- A: The dropout voltage is 0.6V at 500mA load.
- Q: What is the quiescent current?
- A: The quiescent current is 170 μA.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: The device is available in a TO-263-5 package.

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