MCP1824T-1202E/OT – 1.2V 2A LDO Voltage Regulator for DIY & Open-Source Hardware

📝 Product Description

The MCP1824T-1202E/OT is a compact, high-efficiency Low Dropout (LDO) linear voltage regulator that provides a fixed 1.2V output at up to 2A continuous current. Built by Microchip Technology, this power IC is widely used in open-source miner boards, embedded systems, and low-voltage digital applications where stable and efficient power delivery is critical.

Its compact SOT-23A package, ultra-low dropout (~210mV @ 2A), and excellent thermal performance make it ideal for hobbyist electronics, FPGA and ASIC-based designs, and DIY miner builds.

⚙️ Key Features

• 🔋 1.2V Fixed Output Voltage / Up to 2A Current
  Perfect for powering FPGAs, ASIC cores, or MCU sub-circuits.

• ⚡ Ultra Low Dropout Voltage (~210mV @ 2A)
  Supports efficient low-voltage operation, ideal for battery-powered or optimized systems.

• 🧊 Compact SOT-23A Surface-Mount Package
  Saves board space in dense PCB layouts for mining controllers or custom builds.

• 🛠️ Open-Source Hardware Friendly
  Widely used in Bitaxe-style designs, custom SHA256 rigs, and other modular electronics.

• 🌡️ Industrial-Grade Temperature Range
  Operates reliably from -40°C to +125°C.

👨🔧 Who It's For

• Crypto mining hobbyists & solo miners

• DIY electronics and embedded hardware developers

• Engineers designing compact or portable power systems

• Open-source hardware builders needing stable core voltage

📦 Package Includes

• 1 × MCP1824T-1202E/OT Voltage Regulator (new, anti-static packaged)

• Optional reference sheet or integration tips (if bundle includes)

✅ Why Choose It?

Whether you're powering an ASIC core, optimizing a miner board, or developing your next DIY hardware project — the MCP1824T-1202E/OT provides low-noise, reliable voltage regulation in a form factor built for modern electronics.