Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TAS5152DKDR

TAS5152DKDR

Texas Instruments

TAS5152 125-W STEREO DIGITAL AMP

34436

NJM2781V-TE1

NJM2781V-TE1

New Japan Radio (NJR)

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 8SSOP

0

BA5417

BA5417

ROHM Semiconductor

IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 5W 15HSIP

83

LA4628L-E

LA4628L-E

TVS, 200W, 15V, BIDIRECTIONAL, S

950

TPA6040A4RHBR

TPA6040A4RHBR

Texas Instruments

TPA6040A4 2-W STEREO AUDIO POWER

288000

LM4861M/NOPB

LM4861M/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.5W 8SOIC

3024

TDF8531HH/N3Y

TDF8531HH/N3Y

NXP Semiconductors

IC AMPLIFIER CLASS D 100HLQFP

0

CS44L11-CZZR

CS44L11-CZZR

Cirrus Logic

CLASS-D PWM HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER

10000

TPA0243DGQ

TPA0243DGQ

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

182

LM4895IBPX

LM4895IBPX

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 1W(S), PBGA9

9000

TPA3100D2PHPG4

TPA3100D2PHPG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS D STER 21.8W 48HTQFP

0

MAX9728BETC+

MAX9728BETC+

Analog Devices, Inc.

MAX9728 60 MILLIWATT, DIRECTDRIV

11425

TPA2000D1TPWRG4Q1

TPA2000D1TPWRG4Q1

Texas Instruments

TPA2000D1-Q1 AUTOMOTIVE CATALOG

26507

MAX9718HEBL+T

MAX9718HEBL+T

Analog Devices, Inc.

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 1.4W, 1 CHANNEL

42420

LM1877MX-9/NOPB

LM1877MX-9/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 2W 14SOIC

2330

TPA6141A2YFFT

TPA6141A2YFFT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS G STER 32MW 16DSBGA

500

LM48520TL/NOPB

LM48520TL/NOPB

LM48520 BOOSTED STEREO CLASS D A

1500

LM48821TL/NOPB

LM48821TL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STER 93MW 16USMD

500

TDA7850A

TDA7850A

STMicroelectronics

IC AMP AB QUAD 85W 27FLEXIWATT

0

NCP2815BFCCT2G

NCP2815BFCCT2G

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

675000

Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

1. Overview

Linear audio amplifiers are electronic devices designed to amplify low-level audio signals while maintaining signal integrity and minimizing distortion. They operate in the linear region of transistor characteristics, ensuring high-fidelity sound reproduction. These amplifiers are critical in audio systems for applications ranging from consumer electronics to professional audio equipment, enabling clear sound amplification in devices such as smartphones, home theaters, and musical instruments.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type Functional Characteristics Application Examples
Class AB Amplifiers Combines efficiency of Class B with low distortion of Class A Home audio systems, guitar amplifiers
Class D Amplifiers Switching amplifiers with high power efficiency (typically >90%) Portable speakers, automotive audio systems
Class G/H Amplifiers Uses multiple power rails to improve efficiency Professional audio mixers, high-power amplifiers
Class A Amplifiers Full-cycle conduction with minimal distortion High-end audiophile equipment, preamplifiers

3. Structure and Components

Typical linear audio amplifiers consist of: - Input Stage: Differential amplifier for signal reception - Gain Stage: Voltage amplification using transistors or op-amps - Output Stage: Push-pull configuration for power delivery - Power Supply: Symmetrical voltage rails ( Vcc) - Thermal Management: Heat sinks or thermal pads for power dissipation Packaged in DIP, SOIC, or surface-mount (SMT) formats with 8-14 pins.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Description Importance
Gain Bandwidth Product (GBW) Product of amplifier gain and operational bandwidth Determines frequency response capability
Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) Measure of signal distortion and noise Indicates audio quality (typically <0.1%)
Output Power Maximum power delivered to load (Watts) Defines application suitability (e.g., 2x15W for stereo)
Power Supply Rejection Ratio (PSRR) Ability to reject power supply noise Impacts noise immunity (typically >60dB)
Quiescent Current Current consumption at no-load condition Affects power efficiency and thermal design

5. Application Areas

  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, TVs, headphones
  • Professional Audio: Mixing consoles, studio monitors
  • Automotive: In-car entertainment systems
  • Communication: PA systems, VoIP equipment

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer Representative Product Key Specifications
TI (Texas Instruments) TPA3255 2x75W Class D amplifier, 102dB PSRR
STMicroelectronics TDA7294 100W Hi-Fi amplifier, DMOS output stage
Analog Devices AD822 Low noise JFET input amplifier
NXP Semiconductors TDA1541A 192kHz DAC with integrated headphone amplifier

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations for selection: 1. Application Requirements: Output power, frequency range, and load impedance 2. Power Supply Constraints: Available voltage/current capacity 3. Thermal Management: Operating temperature range and cooling methods 4. Form Factor: Package size for PCB integration 5. Cost vs. Performance: Balancing THD+N, efficiency, and budget

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include: - Increased integration with digital signal processing (DSP) - Adoption of GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology for higher efficiency - Development of AI-powered noise cancellation algorithms - Miniaturization through 3D packaging techniques - Enhanced Class D amplifier designs with reduced electromagnetic interference (EMI)

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