MOTOROLA LM2931 Series Specifications
Summary
The LM2931 series are robust, low dropout voltage regulators optimized for demanding applications requiring stable power even when running on limited battery life. This comprehensive manual details the capabilities of these devices, which maintain accurate regulation despite extremely small input-to-output voltage differentials. Ideal for industrial equipment and automotive systems exposed to harsh conditions—including voltage transients and load dumps—the series offers fixed and adjustable output options in various packages (SOP-8, DPAK). It provides technical guidance necessary for engineers designing high-reliability, battery-powered consumer electronics that demand maximum uptime.
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LOW DROPOUT The LM2931 series consists of positive fixed and adjustable output VOLTAGE REGULATORS
voltage regulators that are specifically designed to maintain proper regulation with an extremely low input–to–output voltage differential. These devices are capable of supplying output currents in excess of 100 m A and
FIXED OUTPUT VOLTAGE
feature a low bias current of 0.4 m A at 10 m A output. Designed primarily to survive in the harsh automotive environment, these devices will protect all external load circuitry from input fault conditions
Z SUFFIX
caused by reverse battery connection, two battery jump starts, and
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Pin 1. Output
excessive line transients during load dump. This series also includes internal CASE 29
2. Ground
current limiting, thermal shutdown, and additionally, is able to withstand
3. Input
temporary power–up with mirror–image insertion. Due to the low dropout voltage and bias current specifications, the LM2931 series is ideally suited for battery powered industrial and consumer equipment where an extension of useful battery life is desirable. The ‘C’
T SUFFIX
suffix adjustable output regulators feature an output inhibit pin which is PLASTIC PACKAGE
extremely useful in microprocessor–based systems. CASE 221A
Input–to–Output Voltage Differential of < 0.6 V @ 100 m A Pin 1. Input
Heatsink surface
2. Ground
Output Current in Excess of 100 m A connected to Pin 2.
3. Output
Low Bias Current 60 V Load Dump Protection –50 V Reverse Transient Protection Internal Current Limiting with Thermal Shutdown Temporary Mirror–Image Protection
DT SUFFIX DT–1 SUFFIX
Ideally Suited for Battery Powered Equipment
PLASTIC PACKAGE PLASTIC PACKAGE CASE 369A CASE 369
Economical 5–Lead TO–220 Package with Two Optional Leadforms
(DPAK) (DPAK)
Available in Surface Mount SOP–8, D2PAK and DPAK Packages
High Accuracy (±2%) Reference (LM2931AC) Available D2T SUFFIX PLASTIC PACKAGE CASE 936 (D2PAK)
Heatsink surface (shown as terminal 4 in case outline drawing) is connected to Pin 2.
(See Following Page for Ordering Information.)
FIXED ADJUSTABLE OUTPUT VOLTAGE
Pin 1. Adjust
2. Output Inhibit
Gnd Gnd TH SUFFIX 3. Ground PLASTIC PACKAGE 4. Input
Input Output18
CASE 314A 5. Output
(Top View)
D SUFFIX PLASTIC PACKAGE TV SUFFIX CASE 751 PLASTIC PACKAGE
ADJUSTABLE
(SOP–8) CASE 314B D2T SUFFIX
Output
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Inhibit Adjust
CASE 936A
Gnd Gnd T SUFFIX
(D2PAK)
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Input Output18
CASE 314D Heatsink surface (shown as terminal 6 in case outline
(Top View)
Heatsink surface connected to Pin 3. drawing) is connected to Pin 3.5
Motorola, Inc. 1997 Rev 4
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Manual Details
| Brand | Motorola |
|---|---|
| Pages | 16 |
| File Size | 312.14 KB |
| Published | June 05, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of protection does the LM2931 series offer against power faults?
It features load dump protection, reverse transient protection, temporary power-up protection, and internal current limiting with thermal shutdown.
Is this regulator suitable for battery-powered industrial equipment?
Yes, its low dropout voltage and bias current specifications make it ideal for extending useful battery life.
What is the maximum continuous input voltage rating?
The LM2931 can handle a continuous input voltage up to 40 Vdc.
How does the regulator perform regarding output power?
These devices are capable of supplying output currents in excess of 100 mA and feature low bias current.