The AMS1117CD-5.0 with TO-252 is an ROHS manufactured linear voltage regulator (LDO) produced by Youtai. This device is used to regulate voltages in electronic circuits and requires a minimum input voltage of 5V, with an adjustable output voltage of 1.25V to 5V. Its maximum output current is 800mA, with its maximum voltage drop of 0.5V typ. This LDO has a low source current of 2uA and a low dropout voltage of 1.0V typ. The package comes in a TO-252 form factor, which is a surface mount, optimized for handling power. This device is an efficient solution for distributed power management applications, offering a compact, cost-effective solution.