Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TPA005D12DCA

TPA005D12DCA

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

11651

TPA0142PWPR

TPA0142PWPR

Texas Instruments

VOLUME CONTROL CIRCUIT

23390

TPA0202PWPR

TPA0202PWPR

Texas Instruments

TPA0202 2-W STEREO AUDIO POWER A

32106

TPA3221DDV

TPA3221DDV

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 155W 44HTSSOP

125

TPA3251D2DDVR

TPA3251D2DDVR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS D STER 220W 44HTSSOP

390

LM386MMX-1/NOPB

LM386MMX-1/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS AB MONO 325MW 8VSSOP

1712

TPA0223DGQ

TPA0223DGQ

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

37500

TAS5710PHP

TAS5710PHP

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS D STER 20.2W 48HTQFP

41

LM4991MA/NOPB

LM4991MA/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.5W 8SOIC

4489975

TAS5100ADAP

TAS5100ADAP

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

0

TAS5186ADDVR

TAS5186ADDVR

Texas Instruments

TAS5186A 210-W (5.1-CHANNEL) DIG

2442

TPA3255TDDVRQ1

TPA3255TDDVRQ1

Texas Instruments

IC AUDIO OPAMP

1885

TPA3101D2PHPR

TPA3101D2PHPR

Texas Instruments

TPA3101 - 10W STEREO CLASS-D AUD

7000

TPA0253DGQ

TPA0253DGQ

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1W 10MSOP

58

TPA3107D2PAPR

TPA3107D2PAPR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 15W 64HTQFP

0

TAS5709APHPR

TAS5709APHPR

Texas Instruments

TAS5709A 20-W STEREO I2S AUDIO A

70000

LM48822TL/NOPB

LM48822TL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS AB STER 40MW 16DSBGA

0

TPA3140D2PWP

TPA3140D2PWP

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 10W 28HTSSOP

410

LM4917MT/NOPB

LM4917MT/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS AB STER 95MW 14TSSOP

0

TPA6112A2DGQ

TPA6112A2DGQ

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS AB STER 150MW 10MSOP

306

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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