⚡ LM2574N - Adjustable Step-Down Voltage Regulator (0.5A Buck Converter) ⚡
The LM2574N is a high-efficiency adjustable buck regulator capable of delivering up to 0.5A of continuous output current. Designed for simplicity, it requires only a few external components and is ideal for compact power solutions in embedded systems and DIY electronics.
✅ Technical Specifications:
- Regulator Type: Buck (Step-Down)
- Input Voltage: Up to 40V
- Output Voltage Range: Adjustable from 1.23V to 37V
- Output Current: Up to 0.5A
- Fixed Frequency: 52 kHz
- Efficiency: Up to 80–90% depending on load
- Protection: Overtemperature, overload, and short-circuit
- Package Type: DIP-8
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 125°C
🔹 Features:
- Easy to use with minimal external components
- Stable output current with built-in protections
- Suitable for powering Arduino, ESP32, and other microcontrollers
- Can be used as a compact and efficient power supply
- More efficient than linear regulators for battery-powered systems
📌 Common Applications:
- Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects
- Power supplies for portable electronics
- Battery charging systems
- Voltage regulation in embedded circuits
- Robotics and solar-powered systems
🔹 Approximate Weight: 10 grams
