LM317 Variable Voltage Regulator IC

LM317 Variable Voltage Regulator IC The LM317 is a popular adjustable linear voltage regulator capable of providing a stable output voltage from 1.25V up to 37V with an output current of up to 1.5A (with proper heatsinking). It is widely used in power supply circuits, battery chargers, LED drivers, and general-purpose voltage regulation applications.The output voltage is easily set using just two external resistors, making the LM317 extremely flexible and easy to use. The IC includes built-in current limiting, thermal shutdown, and safe operating area protection, ensuring reliable and safe operation in a wide variety of designs.Click here to view related productsApplicationsAdjustable DC power suppliesBattery chargersLED current regulatorsMicrocontroller and logic circuit power suppliesPost-regulation for switching power suppliesLaboratory power suppliesIndustrial and hobby electronics projectsFeaturesOutput Voltage Range: 1.25V to 37V adjustableOutput Current: Up to 1.5A (with proper heatsinking)Requires only two resistors to set output voltageBuilt-in thermal shutdown, current limiting, and safe operating area protectionGood line and load regulationShort-circuit protectedSimple and reliable operationWidely available in TO-220, TO-3, and SMD packagesLM317-IC Datasheet*Product image for illustration purposes only, actual product may vary.