Valhalla build. 7812/78L12

[Endosidney]

I do not currently possess a 78L12 voltage regulator for my valhalla build however my understanding is that the 7812, which i have, will also provide 12V. Aside from the physical size difference and ability to handle higher current, is there any reason i couldn't still utilize it?

 

[BuddytheReow]

Without checking, they might have different pinouts. Should work just fine.

 

[Feral Feline]

As BtR said check pinout, and then the "physically-larger" thing means making sure you don't short out something during the build or stuffing it in the enclosure.

 

[Endosidney]

Thanks. That’s a relief. I’ll definitely need have to make some creative bends and insulation.