Recom Switching Regulator, Through Hole, 5 V dc Output Voltage, 500 mA Output Current, 1 Outputs

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RS Stock No.:
817-9820P
Mfr. Part No.:
R-78W5.0-0.5
Brand:
Recom
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Brand

Recom

Output Voltage 1

5 V dc

Product Type

Switching Regulator

Output Current

500mA

Mount Type

Through Hole

Number of Outputs

1

Power

2.5W

Efficiency

94%

Ripple and Noise

20mV Pk-Pk

Maximum Operating Temperature

85°C

Minimum Operating Temperature

-40°C

Series

R-78W-0.5

Line Regulation

0.4 %

Package Type

SIP-3

Depth

10.2mm

Length

11.5mm

Width

10.2 mm

Standards/Approvals

RoHS

Weight

4.8g

Maximum Input Voltage

32V dc

Load Regulation

0.6 %

Minimum Input Voltage

6.5V

MTBF

21098000h

COO (Country of Origin):
TW

RECOM Switching Regulator, 10.2mm Depth, 1 Output - R-78W-0.5 Series - R-78W5.0-0.5


Looking to make the move to more efficient working? Upgrade your system with this 0.5A switching regulator from RECOM. It's a small but mighty powerhouse that converts 6.5 to 32V DC input sources to a 5V DC output voltage. Thanks to the unit's 93% efficiency rating, you can wave goodbye to heat sinks and enjoy a more streamlined circuit design. Continuous short-circuit protection stops unwanted surges in their tracks to keep sensitive kit from coming to harm.

Features & Benefits


• Through-hole mounting makes quick work of installation

• Low profile of 11.5 (L) x 9.5 (W) x 17.5mm (H) means it slots in where space is limited

• Mean time between failures of over 21.098 million hours gives you around-the-clock operation

• Wide operating temperature range between -40°C and +85°C to suit systems in challenging settings

Applications


• Lighting systems

• Battery-powered devices

• Cooling equipment

How accurate is this unit's output power?


This product has a ±2% typical output accuracy rating, meaning it produces a stable output you can rely on.

What type of system does this regulator support?


This simple but effective module is ideally suited for applications that don't use a PCB, like LED lighting setups.

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