National Semiconductor LP2950CZ-3.0/NOPB
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.92 | $1.92 |
| 15+ | $0.44 | $6.60 |
| 25+ | $0.43 | $10.75 |
| 50+ | $0.41 | $20.50 |
| 100+ | $0.36 | $36.00 |
| N+ | $0.07 | Price Inquiry |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | National Semiconductor |
| Product Series | |
| Packaging | Bulk | |
| Output Configuration | Positive |
| Output Type | Fixed |
| Number of Regulators | 1 |
| Voltage - Input (Max) | 30V |
| Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed) | 3V |
| Voltage - Output (Max) | - |
| Voltage Dropout (Max) | 0.6V @ 100mA |
| Current - Output | 100mA |
| Current - Quiescent (Iq) | 120 µA |
| Current - Supply (Max) | 14 mA |
| PSRR | - |
| Control Features | - |
| Protection Features | Over Current, Over Temperature |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 125°C |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification | - |
| Mounting Type | Through Hole |
| Package / Case | TO-226-3, TO-92-3 (TO-226AA) |
| Supplier Device Package | TO-92-3 |
| ROHS |
The LP2950CZ-3.0/NOPB from National Semiconductor is a fixed 3.0V low dropout regulator capable of delivering 100mA. It features a low dropout voltage of 0.6V at full load and a quiescent current of 120µA, making it suitable for battery-powered applications. The TO-92-3 package is a classic through-hole format, ideal for prototyping and legacy designs. This regulator provides reliable, low-noise power for microcontrollers, sensors, and portable electronics.
- Low Dropout: 0.6V at 100mA allows operation from 3.6V batteries until near depletion.
- Low Quiescent Current: 120µA helps maximize battery life in standby applications.
- Through-Hole Package: TO-92-3 is easy to solder and breadboard-friendly.
- Proven Reliability: National Semiconductor design with decades of field use.
Battery-Powered Backup Systems
With 120µA quiescent current and 100mA output, the LP2950CZ-3.0/NOPB is ideal for RTC backup and memory retention circuits.
Portable Instrumentation
Provides stable 3.0V for handheld meters and data loggers, with low dropout extending battery life.
Microcontroller Power
Supplies clean 3.0V to 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers in embedded systems.
Analog Sensor Conditioning
Low-noise 3.0V output for op-amp circuits in temperature and pressure sensors.
Consumer Electronics
Used in remote controls, calculators, and small appliances requiring regulated 3V supply.
Educational Kits
Through-hole TO-92 package makes it easy to use in breadboard prototyping and student projects.
- Q: What is the output voltage of the LP2950CZ-3.0/NOPB?
- A: The output voltage is fixed at 3.0V.
- Q: What is the maximum output current?
- A: The maximum output current is 100mA.
- Q: What is the input voltage range?
- A: The input voltage range is not specified in the provided data; input must be above 3.0V plus dropout (0.6V), so minimum ~3.6V.
- Q: What is the dropout voltage?
- A: The dropout voltage is 0.6V at 100mA load.
- Q: What is the quiescent current?
- A: The quiescent current is 120µA.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It is available in the TO-92-3 package, a classic through-hole package.
- Q: What is the output voltage of the LP2950CZ-3.0/NOPB?
- A: The output voltage is fixed at 3.0V.
- Q: What is the maximum output current?
- A: The maximum output current is 100mA.
- Q: What is the input voltage range?
- A: The input voltage range is not specified in the provided data; input must be above 3.0V plus dropout (0.6V), so minimum ~3.6V.
- Q: What is the dropout voltage?
- A: The dropout voltage is 0.6V at 100mA load.
- Q: What is the quiescent current?
- A: The quiescent current is 120µA.
- Q: What package is available?
- A: It is available in the TO-92-3 package, a classic through-hole package.

LP2950CZ-3.0/NOPB.pdf