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RHFL4913KPA1

RHFL4913KPA1

STMicroelectronics
Linear Voltage Regulator IC Positive Adjustable 1 Output 2A 16-CFlatPack
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Overview

The RHFL4913KPA1 is a radiation-hardened positive adjustable linear voltage regulator designed for harsh aerospace and defense environments. It delivers up to 2A of output current with a low dropout voltage of 0.95V at full load, supporting input voltages up to 12V. This regulator is housed in a hermetic 16-pin ceramic Flatpack for high-reliability thermal management and mechanical stability.

Why Choose This Part

This device features advanced protection circuitry including overtemperature, overcurrent, and programmable short-circuit current limits. It also includes remote sensing to ensure accurate voltage regulation at the load and a TTL-compatible control pin for remote shutdown functionality.

Applications

Satellite Power Subsystems
Providing stable post-regulation for low-voltage digital rails in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geostationary (GEO) satellites.
Space Station Avionics
Reliable power delivery for mission-critical instrumentation and telemetry modules where radiation tolerance is mandatory.
Scientific Deep-Space Probes
Regulating power for sensitive sensors and scientific payloads exposed to high total ionizing dose (TID) environments.

Key Specifications

PSRR 70dB ~ 40dB (120Hz ~ 33kHz)
Output Type Adjustable
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 16-CFlatPack
Current - Output 2A
Protection Features Over Current, Over Temperature, Short Circuit
Number of Regulators 1
Output Configuration Positive
Operating Temperature -55degC ~ 150degC (TJ)
Voltage - Input (Max) 12V
Voltage Dropout (Max) 0.95V @ 2A
Current - Supply (Max) 60 mA
Voltage - Output (Max) 9V
Supplier Device Package 16-CFlatPack
Current - Quiescent (Iq) 6 mA
Voltage - Output (Min/Fixed) 1.23V

Getting Started

Designers should follow the recommended layout for the Flat-16P package to ensure proper heat sinking through the package base. Ensure that the external compensation capacitors meet the required ESR range specified in the datasheet to maintain stability across the full 2A load range and operating temperature of -55C to 125C.

RHFL4913 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Package Output I Stock
RHFL4913KPA1 (this part) CFlatPack-16 2A 6
RHFL4913SCA1 SMD-4 3A 18

Also Consider

RHFL4913SCA1 STMicroelectronics - Similar radiation-hardened performance but in a TO-257 hermetic package for different thermal mounting requirements.