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UC3879N by:
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Switching Controller, Current/voltage-mode, 0.1A, 300kHz Switching Freq-Max, BIPolar, PDIP20

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UC3879N Information

UC3879N by Texas Instruments is a Switching Regulator or Controller.
Switching Regulator or Controllers are under the broader part category of Power Circuits.

A power circuit delivers electricity in order to operate a load for an electronic device. Power circuits include transformers, generators and switches. Read more about Power Circuits on our Power Circuits part category page.

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Part # Manufacturer Description Datasheet
UC3879N Texas Instruments Phase Shift Resonant Controller 20-PDIP 0 to 70

Price & Stock for UC3879N

Part # Distributor Description Stock Price Buy
DISTI # 296-11335-5-ND
DigiKey IC REG CTRLR HALF-BRIDGE 20DIP Min Qty: 1 Lead time: 12 Weeks Container: Tube 154
In Stock
  • 1 $18.3900
  • 20 $13.8915
  • 40 $13.2875
  • 100 $12.6498
  • 260 $12.1384
  • 500 $11.8596
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DISTI # 595-UC3879N
Mouser Electronics Switching Controllers Phase Shift Resonant Controller RoHS: Compliant 129
  • 1 $18.3900
  • 10 $13.9000
  • 20 $13.2800
  • 100 $12.6400
  • 260 $12.1200
  • 500 $11.8500
$11.8500 / $18.3900 Buy Now
DISTI # UC3879N
TME IC: PMIC, resonant mode controller, DIP20, 0÷70°C, 10.75÷20V, tube Min Qty: 1 21
  • 1 $15.7400
  • 20 $14.7100
$14.7100 / $15.7400 Buy Now
Chip Stock TEXAS INSTRUMENTS UC3879NPWM Controller, 18V-11V supply, 300 kHz, 2.2V/2A out, DIP-20 5400
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LCSC PDIP-20 DC DC Switching Controllers RoHS 1
  • 1 $21.2011
  • 10 $20.5274
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Sense Electronic Company Limited DIP-20 15
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UC3879N Part Data Attributes

UC3879N Texas Instruments
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UC3879N Texas Instruments Switching Controller, Current/voltage-mode, 0.1A, 300kHz Switching Freq-Max, BIPolar, PDIP20
Pbfree Code Yes
Rohs Code Yes
Part Life Cycle Code Active
Part Package Code DIP
Pin Count 20
ECCN Code EAR99
HTS Code 8542.39.00.90
Additional Feature Also Has Control Mode Of Ipk, Also Has Control Technique Of Resonant
Analog IC - Other Type Switching Controller
Control Mode Current/Voltage-Mode
Control Technique Pulse Width Modulation
Input Voltage-Max 20 V
Input Voltage-Min 11 V
Input Voltage-Nom 12 V
JESD-30 Code R-PDIP-T20
JESD-609 Code e4
Length 25.4 Mm
Number of Functions 1
Number of Terminals 20
Operating Temperature-Max 70 °C
Operating Temperature-Min
Output Current-Max 0.1 A
Output Voltage-Max 5.08 V
Output Voltage-Min 4.92 V
Output Voltage-Nom 5 V
Package Body Material Plastic/Epoxy
Package Code DIP
Package Equivalence Code DIP20,.3
Package Shape Rectangular
Package Style In-Line
Qualification Status Not Qualified
Seated Height-Max 5.08 Mm
Supply Current-Max (Isup) 35 Ma
Surface Mount No
Switcher Configuration Buck-Boost
Switching Frequency-Max 300 Khz
Technology Bipolar
Temperature Grade Commercial
Terminal Finish Nickel/Palladium/Gold (Ni/Pd/Au)
Terminal Form Through-Hole
Terminal Pitch 2.54 Mm
Terminal Position Dual
Width 7.62 Mm

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UC2879N Texas Instruments $7.0035 Switching Controller, Current/voltage-mode, 0.1A, 300kHz Switching Freq-Max, BIPolar, PDIP20 UC3879N vs UC2879N
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UC3879N Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • The recommended input capacitor value is 10uF to 22uF, with a voltage rating of 25V or higher, to ensure stable operation and minimize noise.

  • The inductor value depends on the output voltage, output current, and switching frequency. A good starting point is to use the inductor value calculation formula provided in the datasheet, and then adjust based on the specific design requirements.

  • The UC3879N can deliver up to 2A of output current, but the actual current capability depends on the input voltage, output voltage, and thermal considerations.

  • Ensure good thermal design, including a heat sink if necessary, and follow the thermal design guidelines in the datasheet to keep the junction temperature below 125°C.

  • The EN pin is used to enable or disable the converter. Connect the EN pin to VIN to enable the converter, or connect it to GND to disable it. Use a pull-up resistor to VIN if the EN pin is not driven.

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