So if i use a Vin as 18v use the adjustable resistor and set an output of 12v and am drawing 5amps load on a device that is connected on the output.
Using the formula Pd=Vin-Vout*Iout
Pd = 18v-12v*5=30W
For the control calculation: JuncT = T(amb)+Pd(θHsink+θJct-cas+θcas-Hsink)
I would...
Homework Statement
Q4) Calculate the thermal resistance of the heat sink required for the regulator of Q3 above given the information below [from the datasheet] and the data in the table.
Q3 FIGURE 2 shows an adjustable voltage regulator using the LT1083*. The LT1083 develops a 1.25V reference...