Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
TAS5631PHDR

TAS5631PHDR

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 300W, 2 CHANNEL

25000

TPA6211A1DGNG4

TPA6211A1DGNG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 3.1W 8MSOP

0

TPA0223DGQR

TPA0223DGQR

Texas Instruments

TPA0223 2-W MONO AUDIO POWER AMP

5063

TAS5731PHP

TAS5731PHP

Texas Instruments

CLASS D AMPLIFIER

12250

LM4946SQ/NOPB

LM4946SQ/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 1.3W 24WQFN

0

TPA2005D1DRBR

TPA2005D1DRBR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 1.45W 8SON

0

TPA6204A1DRB

TPA6204A1DRB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.7W 8SON

576

TPA2014D1YZHT

TPA2014D1YZHT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 1.5W 16DSBGA

500

TAS5414TDKDMQ1

TAS5414TDKDMQ1

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

261

TPA3111D1PWP

TPA3111D1PWP

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 10W 28HTSSOP

0

LMV1012UPX-07/NOPB

LMV1012UPX-07/NOPB

Texas Instruments

AUDIO PREAMPLIFIER

0

TAS5630PHD

TAS5630PHD

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 600W, 2 CHANNEL

1156

TPA3221DDVR

TPA3221DDVR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 155W 44HTSSOP

1561

TAS5342LADDVR

TAS5342LADDVR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 200W 44HTSSOP

1764

TPA005D12DCAR

TPA005D12DCAR

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 2 CHANNEL(S)

4000

LM4889MA/NOPB

LM4889MA/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1W 8SOIC

587

TPA6211A1DRB

TPA6211A1DRB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 3.1W 8SON

814

LM4937RL/NOPB

LM4937RL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP AB MONO 1.25W 36DSBGA

1500

LM4995TMX/NOPB

LM4995TMX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.3W 9USMD

0

TPA6205A1ZQVR

TPA6205A1ZQVR

Texas Instruments

TPA6205 - 1.25W MONO, FULLY DIFF

8810

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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