LM317
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LM317 is an integrated three-terminal adjustable linear voltage regulator. It supports input voltage of 3V to 40V and output voltage between 1.25V and 37V. It has a current rating of at least 1.5A although lower current models are available. Its output voltage is controlled by a resistor or a potentiometer. The LM317 also has a built-in current limiter as a safety feature. LM317 is manufactured by many companies, including National Semiconductor and Fairchild Semiconductor. The LM317 will automatically reduce output current if it gets too hot under load, the use of a heatsink is recommended. LM317 is a positive voltage regulator, its negative complement is the LM137.
[edit] Specifications
| Vout range | 1.25V - 37V |
| Vin - Vout difference | 3V - 40V |
| Operation ambient temperature | 0 - 125°C |
| Output Imax | >1.5A |
