{"title":"Voltage Regulator - 12V","handle":"voltage-regulator-12v","url":"/products/voltage-regulator-12v","description":"The L7812 is a three-terminal positive voltage regulator with a fixed 12V output. It provides stable local regulation with built-in protection against overcurrent, thermal overload, and short circuits, making it a reliable choice for powering 12V components in your projects.\n\nWith a maximum output current of 1.5A, this regulator is well-suited for powering sensors, relay modules, LED strips, and other 12V peripherals from a higher-voltage supply.\n\nKey Features\n\n\nFixed 12V Output – Stable regulated voltage for consistent performance\n\n1.5A Maximum Current – Sufficient for most common 12V loads\n\nThermal Overload Protection – Automatically shuts down if the junction temperature is exceeded\n\nShort Circuit Protection – Built-in current limiting prevents damage from output faults\n\nOutput Transition SOA Protection – Safe operating area protection during load changes\n\n\nSpecifications\n\n\nIC: L7812\n\nOutput Voltage: 12V (fixed)\n\nOutput Current: 1.5A max\n\nPackage: TO-220\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nPowering 12V sensors and relay modules\nRegulated supply for LED strips and motor drivers\nBench power supplies and prototyping\nAny project requiring a stable 12V rail from a higher-voltage source\n\n\nPackage Contents\n\n1× L7812 Voltage Regulator (TO-220)\n\n\nResources\n\nL7812 Datasheet (PDF)\nFixed Voltage Power Supply Tutorial\n","vendor":"SparkFun","product_type":"physical","in_stock":true,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":12989,"title":"Default Title","sku":"SF-COM-12766","price":5.03,"compare_at_price":0.0,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":true,"available_quantity":3,"option1":"Default Title"}]}