Datasheet LM317 (Fairchild) - 3

LM317 Typical Performance Characteristics FIGURE 1. Load Regulation FIGURE 2. Adjustment Current FIGURE 3. Dropout Voltage FIGURE 4. Reference Voltage Typical Application Note:
Ci is required when regulator is located an appreciable distance from power supply filter.
Note:
Co is not needed for stability, however, it does improve transient response.
Note:
Since IADJ is controlled to less than 100PA, the error associated with this term is negligible in most applications.
FIGURE 5. Programmable Regulator
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