7915

The Motorola Semiconductor 7915 is a negative fixed 15V linear voltage regulator designed for applications requiring stable voltage regulation. This component is provided in a bare die format, offering flexibility in custom designs. It features a ±5% output voltage tolerance across the entire temperature range and can deliver greater than 1A of output current with adequate heat-sinking. The device includes internal thermal overload protection and short-circuit current limiting for enhanced reliability.

Key electrical characteristics include an input voltage rating of -35V and an operating temperature range of -55°C to 150°C. The bare die measures 1900 x 1900 µm with a thickness of 280 µm. The top metal layer is composed of Al 1%Si, and the back metal is Ti/Ni/Ag. The 7915 can be used as a power-pass element in high-current voltage regulators, with no external components essential for stability, though an output capacitor can improve transient response.

This regulator is suitable for various power management applications where a fixed negative voltage is required. Its bare die form factor makes it ideal for integration into custom hybrid circuits or space-constrained designs. The device is supplied by default in a waffle pack, with 100 units per tray capacity.