POSITIVE VOLTAGE REGULATORS The L78M12CP is a positive voltage regulator manufactured by STMicroelectronics. Here are the specifications, descriptions, and features from Ic-phoenix technical data files:

### **Specifications:**  
- **Output Voltage:** +12V  
- **Output Current:** 500mA  
- **Input Voltage Range:** Up to 35V  
- **Dropout Voltage:** 2V (typical)  
- **Line Regulation:** 0.1% (typical)  
- **Load Regulation:** 0.3% (typical)  
- **Operating Temperature Range:** 0°C to +125°C  
- **Package:** TO-220  

### **Description:**  
The L78M12CP is a fixed-output positive voltage regulator designed to provide a stable +12V output. It includes internal current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe-area compensation for reliable operation.  

### **Features:**  
- **Thermal Overload Protection**  
- **Short-Circuit Protection**  
- **No External Components Required** (for fixed output)  
- **Internal Thermal Shutdown**  
- **High Ripple Rejection**  

This regulator is commonly used in power supply applications requiring a stable +12V output.

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