L78M05CV (L7805CV) TO-220 5V Positive Voltage Regulator (Pack of 3 ICs)

The LM7805 is indeed a commonly used voltage regulator IC, providing a stable 5V output from a variable input voltage. Here's a summary of its features, specifications, and applications:

  Features:  

• 5V Positive Voltage Regulator
• Minimum Input Voltage: 7V
• Maximum Input Voltage: 35V
• Operating current (IQ): 5mA
• Internal Thermal Overload and Short circuit current limiting protection
• Junction Temperature: maximum 125 degrees Celsius
• Output Current: up to 1A
• Requires two capacitors (33uF and 0.1uF) for stable operation

  Specifications:  

• Package/Case: TO-220-3
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• No. of Output: 1
• Output Type: Fixed
• Polarity: Positive
• Output Voltage: 5V
• Max. Output Current: 500 mA
• Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 125 degrees Celsius
• Load Regulation: 100 mV
• Line Regulation: 100 mV
• Dimensions: 10.4 x 4.6 x 9.15 mm (LxWxH)

  Applications:  

• Constant +5V output regulator for powering microcontrollers, sensors, and other components
• Adjustable Output Regulator (with external components)
• Current Limiter for specific applications
• Regulated Dual Supply
• Output Polarity-Reversal-Protection Circuit

  Package Includes:  

• 3 x LM7805 5V Positive Voltage Regulator IC

The LM7805 is a versatile and widely used voltage regulator IC, suitable for a variety of electronic projects that require a stable 5V power supply.