SLVS047L November 1981 – January 2015 LM237 , LM337
PRODUCTION DATA.
- 1 Features
- 2 Applications
- 3 Description
- 4 Simplified Schematic
- 5 Revision History
- 6 Pin Configuration and Functions
- 7 Specifications
- 8 Detailed Description
- 9 Application and Implementation
- 10Power Supply Recommendations
- 11Layout
- 12Device and Documentation Support
- 13Mechanical, Packaging, and Orderable Information
1 Features
- Output Voltage Range Adjustable From –1.2 V to –37 V
- Output Current Capability of 1.5 A Max
- Input Regulation Typically 0.01% Per Input-Voltage Change
- Output Regulation Typically 0.3%
- Peak Output Current Constant Over Temperature Range of Regulator
- Ripple Rejection Typically 77 dB
- Direct Replacement for Industry-Standard LM237 and LM337
2 Applications
- Applications Requiring Negative Output Voltage or Precision Current Regulation
- Consumer Electronics
- End Equipment
- Portable Applications
3 Description
The LM237 and LM337 are adjustable 3-terminal negative-voltage regulators capable of supplying in excess of –1.5 A over an output voltage range of –1.2 V to –37 V. They require only two external resistors to set the output voltage and one output capacitor for frequency compensation.
Device Information(1)
| PART NUMBER | PACKAGE | BODY SIZE (NOM) |
|---|---|---|
| LMx37 | TO-220 (4) | 10.16 mm x 8.82 mm |
| TO-263 (4) | 10.16 mm x 9.02 mm | |
| TO-252 (4) | 6.6 mm x 6.10 mm |
- For all available packages, see the orderable addendum at the end of the data sheet.
4 Simplified Schematic
