7915 -15V Negative Linear Voltage Regulator

7915 -15V Negative Linear Voltage Regulator 

The 7915 is a fixed –15V negative linear voltage regulator designed to provide a stable and reliable –15V DC output for a wide range of electronic applications. Part of the 79xx series of negative voltage regulators, it offers built-in thermal overload protection, short-circuit protection, and safe operation under adverse conditions.

The 7915 is ideal for dual-polarity power supplies, powering analog circuits, op-amps, and other electronics requiring a stable negative voltage rail. It is commonly available in packages like TO-220, making it suitable for both PCB mounting and heatsink applications for higher current designs.

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Applications

• Dual-polarity (±) power supplies
• Analog and op-amp circuits requiring –15V rail
• Industrial control systems
• Audio amplifier and signal processing circuits
• Embedded systems requiring negative voltage
• Battery chargers and regulated negative supplies
• Consumer electronics

Features

• Fixed Output Voltage: –15V DC
• Output Current: Up to 1–1.5A (depending on package and heatsinking)
• Linear voltage regulation with low dropout
• Built-in thermal overload protection
• Short-circuit and overcurrent protection
• Simple 3-pin package for easy integration
• Stable operation with minimal external components
• High reliability and long service life
• Available in TO-220, TO-92, and other packages