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A voltage regulator is an [[Integrated Circuits]] that converts "unregulated" input power into "regulated" output power at a fixed constant voltage. Input voltages should be at least 2V above output, and can range up to 30V. In the case of variable regulators, the larger the voltage drop, the larger the thermal output is. Heatsinking is strongly recommended for regulators, currents of 1-1.5A are achievable with proper heatsinks, and while regulators do feature an internal thermal cutoff, it should not be relied on to protect the regulator. | A voltage regulator is an [[Integrated Circuits]] that converts "unregulated" input power into "regulated" output power at a fixed constant voltage. Input voltages should be at least 2V above output, and can range up to 30V. In the case of variable regulators, the larger the voltage drop, the larger the thermal output is. Heatsinking is strongly recommended for regulators, currents of 1-1.5A are achievable with proper heatsinks, and while regulators do feature an internal thermal cutoff, it should not be relied on to protect the regulator. |