Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

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LM48311TL/NOPB

LM48311TL/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 2.6W 9USMD

0

TPA0172PWPG4

TPA0172PWPG4

Texas Instruments

VOLUME CONTROL CIRCUIT

60

TPA6404QDKQRQ1

TPA6404QDKQRQ1

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D QUAD 85W 56HSSOP

0

TPA3116D2QDADRQ1

TPA3116D2QDADRQ1

Texas Instruments

TPA3116D2-Q1 2-CH, 50-W ANALOG I

0

TPA2018D1YZFT

TPA2018D1YZFT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 3W 9DSBGA

500

TPA2026D2YZHR

TPA2026D2YZHR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 3.2W 16DSBGA

1243

TPA152DRG4

TPA152DRG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STER 75MW 8SOIC

0

TAS5613PHD

TAS5613PHD

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 150W, 2 CHANNEL

670

LM4836MTEX/NOPB

LM4836MTEX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

STEREO 2W AUDIO POWER AMPLIFIERS

7500

TAS5630BDKD

TAS5630BDKD

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 480W 44HSSOP

16

TPA3101D2RGZT

TPA3101D2RGZT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STEREO 10W 48VQFN

250

LM48411TLX/NOPB

LM48411TLX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 2.5W 16DSBGA

0

TPA2000D2PWRG4

TPA2000D2PWRG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STEREO 2W 24TSSOP

0

TPA3107D2PAP

TPA3107D2PAP

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

1473

LM48821TLX/NOPB

LM48821TLX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

VOLUME CONTROL CIRCUIT, PBGA16

0

TAS5704PAPR

TAS5704PAPR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D DUAL/QUAD 20.6W 64HTQFP

0

TPA0103PWP

TPA0103PWP

Texas Instruments

TPA0103 1.75-W 3-CHANNEL STEREO

16703

LM4816MTX/NOPB

LM4816MTX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

4000

TAS5615PHD

TAS5615PHD

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 300W, 2 CHANNEL

2518

LM4941TM/NOPB

LM4941TM/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 1.54W 9USMD

0

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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