Dropout and quiescent — the two numbers that decide the rail
Maximum dropout is 0.725 V at 500 mA output. Quiescent current is 100 µA. PSRR is 55 dB at 120 Hz.
Package and mounting — TO-252 with tab
The TO-252-3 (DPak) surface-mount package has two leads plus a tab that is the thermal path. The tab is electrically connected to the output pin.
Lifecycle and sourcing
The LP38691DT-2.5 carries an active lifecycle status, so there is no last-time-buy clock running. It is RoHS non-compliant per the listing — verify your assembly line's exemption allowance if you are building for a restricted-material jurisdiction.
