Datasheet

MCP1703A

DS20005122B-page 16  2012-2013 Microchip Technology Inc.

6.5 Pulsed Load Applications

For some applications, there are pulsed load current

events that may exceed the specified 250 mA

maximum specification of the MCP1703A. The internal

current limit of the MCP1703A prevents high peak load

demands from causing non-recoverable damage. The

250 mA rating is a maximum average continuous

rating. As long as the average current does not exceed

250 mA, pulsed higher load currents can be applied to

the MCP1703A

. The typical current limit for the

MCP1703A is 500 mA (T

= +25°C).