Linear - Amplifiers - Audio

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
INA137UAG4

INA137UAG4

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 8SOIC

0

TAS5630DKDR

TAS5630DKDR

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 600W, 2 CHANNEL

500

INA2134PA

INA2134PA

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 14DIP

148

LM4941TMX/NOPB

LM4941TMX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLSS AB MONO 1.54W 9DSBGA

8777

TLV320DAC3203IRGER

TLV320DAC3203IRGER

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 24VQFN

2060

LM4802BLQ/NOPB

LM4802BLQ/NOPB

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

0

LM4990LD/NOPB

LM4990LD/NOPB

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER, 2W, 1 CHANNEL(S

0

TAS5630BPHDR

TAS5630BPHDR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 480W 64HTQFP

122

LM4819MMX/NOPB

LM4819MMX/NOPB

Texas Instruments

LM4819 350MW AUDIO AMPLIFIER WIT

6938

DRV600RTJT

DRV600RTJT

Texas Instruments

LINE DRIVER, 2 FUNC, 1 DRIVER

9060

INA2137PA

INA2137PA

Texas Instruments

INA2137 AUDIO DIFFERENTIAL LINE

13009

TPA2005D1ZQYR

TPA2005D1ZQYR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 1.45W 15BGA

2430

TAS6424QDKQRQ1

TAS6424QDKQRQ1

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D QUAD 150W 56HSSOP

0

TAS5414TDKDRMQ1

TAS5414TDKDRMQ1

Texas Instruments

AUDIO AMPLIFIER

1986

TPA3112D1PWP

TPA3112D1PWP

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D MONO 25W 28HTSSOP

0

TAS5754MDCAR

TAS5754MDCAR

Texas Instruments

IC AMP D MONO/STER 60W 48HTSSOP

0

TAS5142DKD

TAS5142DKD

Texas Instruments

TAS5142 100-W STEREO DIGITAL AMP

14326

TPA2016D2YZHT

TPA2016D2YZHT

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS D STER 2.8W 16DSBGA

500

DRV602PW

DRV602PW

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STEREO 14TSSOP

359

TPA6132A2RTER

TPA6132A2RTER

Texas Instruments

IC AMP CLASS AB STER 25MW 16WQFN

2967

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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