Evaluation Boards

Evaluation Boards - Op Amps

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
STEVAL-CCA057V4 STMicroelectronics	BOARD DEMO BARE PCB OPAMP 8DFN	5
STEVAL-CCA022V1 STMicroelectronics	DEMO BOARD FOR SINGLE OP-AMPS	0
STEVAL-AETKT1V2 STMicroelectronics	EVALUATION KIT FOR HIGH VOLTAGE	10
STEVAL-CCA057V2 STMicroelectronics	BOARD DEMO BARE PCB OPAMP 8MSOP	0
STEVAL-CCA036V1 STMicroelectronics	DEMO BRD SNG CHNNL OP-AMP	1
STEVAL-CCA057V5 STMicroelectronics	BOARD DEMO BARE PCB OPAMP 8DFN	2
STEVAL-CCA057V3 STMicroelectronics	BOARD DEMO BARE PCB OPAMP 10MSOP	3
STEVAL-AETKT1V1 STMicroelectronics	EVAL BOARD FOR TSC2011	2
KITOPAMP1120 STMicroelectronics	AMPLIFIER AND COMPARATOR EVAL BO	0
STEVAL-ISQ010V1 STMicroelectronics	BOARD DEMO TSC102	0

Evaluation Boards - Op Amps

1. Overview

Evaluation boards for operational amplifiers (op-amps) are specialized hardware platforms designed to test and validate the performance of op-amp integrated circuits (ICs) in various circuit configurations. These boards provide a controlled environment for engineers to assess key parameters such as gain stability, noise performance, and power efficiency. In modern electronics development, op-amp evaluation boards are critical for accelerating design cycles, reducing time-to-market, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
General-Purpose Op-Amp Evaluation Boards	Basic configuration support, wide supply voltage range, adjustable gain settings	Consumer electronics prototyping
High-Speed Op-Amp Evaluation Boards	Supports GHz-range signal processing, low parasitic capacitance design	Communication infrastructure testing
Low-Noise Precision Evaluation Boards	Ultra-low input-referred noise, laser-trimmed resistors	Medical imaging equipment development
Power Op-Amp Evaluation Boards	High current output capability, thermal management features	Industrial motor control systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical evaluation boards consist of:

PCB substrate with controlled impedance traces
Socketed op-amp IC for easy replacement
Onboard power management (LDO regulators, voltage references)
Standardized interface connectors (SMB, SMA, or header pins)
Adjustable compensation networks (trim pots, discrete component footprints)
Thermal vias and heatsinking structures
Calibration-grade passive components (0.1% tolerance resistors, NP0 capacitors)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance
Gain Bandwidth Product (GBWP)	Determines maximum operating frequency
Slew Rate	Impacts transient response performance
Power Supply Rejection Ratio (PSRR)	Measures immunity to supply voltage variations
Input Offset Voltage	Affects DC precision accuracy
Quiescent Current	Key factor in low-power designs
Operating Temperature Range	Determines environmental robustness

5. Application Areas

Major industry applications include:

Industrial automation (sensor signal conditioning)
Telecommunications (RF front-end amplification)
Medical devices (ECG signal amplification)
Automotive (lidar sensor interfaces)
Consumer electronics (audio preamplifiers)
Aerospace (precision measurement systems)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Representative Products

Manufacturer	Product Example	Key Features
Texas Instruments	OPA847EVM	3.6GHz GBWP, voltage feedback architecture
Analog Devices	AD8021-EB	24-bit audio precision, low distortion
STMicroelectronics	STEVAL-OPA354	Low-voltage operation, rail-to-rail output
NXP Semiconductors	LM7171EVM	High-speed buffer applications

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations for selection:

Match board specifications to target application requirements
Verify compatibility with existing development tools (oscilloscopes, signal generators)
Evaluate available onboard calibration features
Assess documentation quality and reference designs
Consider ecosystem support (accessory boards, software tools)
Check component availability and lifecycle status

8. Industry Trends Analysis

Current trends shaping op-amp evaluation board development:

Integration of digital control interfaces (I2C, SPI)
Increased focus on energy-efficient designs for IoT applications
Development of modular evaluation systems with plug-and-play capability
Adoption of machine learning algorithms for automated performance optimization
Miniaturization for portable test equipment applications
Enhanced EMI/RFI shielding for automotive test environments