Application Hints (Continued)
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FIGURE 5. Maximum Power Dissipation vs
TAMB for the TO-263 Package
Figures 6, 7 show the information for the SOT-223 package.
Figure 6 assumes a θ(J–A) of 74˚C/W for 1 ounce copper and
51˚C/W for 2 ounce copper and a maximum junction tem-
perature of 125˚C.
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FIGURE 6. θ(J–A) vs Copper (2 ounce) Area
for the SOT-223 Package
Typical Applications
Please see AN-1028 for power enhancement t0e07c7h81n42iques to
be used with the SOT-223 package.
FIGURE 7. Maximum Power Dissipation vs
TAMB for the SOT-223 Package
Fixed Output Regulator
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Note: Bypass capacitors are recommended for optimum stability and transient response, and should be located as close as possible to the regulator.
High Input Voltage Circuits
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