This series of fixed output low-dropout linear regulators are designed for handheld communication equipment and portable battery powered applications which require low quiescent and ground current. This series features an ultra-low quiescent current of 2.5 A. Each device contains a voltage reference unit, an error amplifier, a PMOS power transistor, resistors for setting output voltage, current limit, and temperature limit protection circuits. The NCP698 series provides an enable pin for ON/OFF control. The NCP698 has been designed to be used with low cost ceramic capacitors and requires a minimum output capacitor of 0.1 F. The device is housed in the micro-miniature SC82-AB surface mount package. Standard voltage versions are 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.5, 2.8, 3.0, 3.3, 3.5 and 5.0 V. Other voltages are available in 100 mV steps.

FEATUREs
•Ultra Low Quiescent Current of 2.5 A Typical
•Output Voltage Accuracy of 2.0%
•Operating Temperature Range of -40°C to 85°C
•Enable Function
•This is a Pb-Free Device

Typical Applications
•Battery Powered Instruments
•Hand-Held Instruments
•Camcorders and Cameras