Linear - Amplifiers - Instrumentation, OP Amps, Buffer Amps

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
OP12EZ

OP12EZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

PRECISION LOW-INPUT CURR. OP AMP

2132

MCP6481T-E/LTY

MCP6481T-E/LTY

Roving Networks / Microchip Technology

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT SC70-5

0

THS4131IDGKG4

THS4131IDGKG4

Texas Instruments

IC OPAMP DIFF 1 CIRCUIT 8VSSOP

0

OPA2325IDR

OPA2325IDR

Texas Instruments

IC CMOS 2 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

1348

LT6118IMS8#PBF

LT6118IMS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC CURR SENSE 1 CIRCUIT 8MSOP

4784

BA3472RFVM-TR

BA3472RFVM-TR

ROHM Semiconductor

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8MSOP

2905

OP249GS

OP249GS

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP JFET 2 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

3770

TLV2372IDGKR

TLV2372IDGKR

Texas Instruments

TLV2372 DUAL 550-UA/CHANNEL, 3MH

4546

MAX4038EUA

MAX4038EUA

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC GP OPAMP 1 CIRCUIT 8UMAX

1447

LT2078AIS8#PBF

LT2078AIS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8SO

620

OPA1S2385IDRCR

OPA1S2385IDRCR

Texas Instruments

OPA1S2385 250-MHZ, CMOS TRANSIMP

136801

TLV2401IP

TLV2401IP

Texas Instruments

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

420

LTC6258IDC#TRMPBF

LTC6258IDC#TRMPBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 6DFN

1013

TSV6292AIDT

TSV6292AIDT

STMicroelectronics

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8SO

0

OPA234PA

OPA234PA

Burr-Brown (Texas Instruments)

IC GP OPAMP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

3269

HA1-2444/883

HA1-2444/883

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

461

LTC6259HMS8#PBF

LTC6259HMS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8MSOP

105

LT1881CS8#PBF

LT1881CS8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8SO

1438

LT1112S8#PBF

LT1112S8#PBF

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8SO

14080

MAX4254ESD+

MAX4254ESD+

Analog Devices, Inc.

IC GP OPAMP 4 CIRCUIT 14SOIC

3239

Linear - Amplifiers - Instrumentation, OP Amps, Buffer Amps

1. Overview

Linear amplifiers are analog ICs that process continuous signals with high fidelity. This category includes instrumentation amplifiers (In-Amps), operational amplifiers (OP Amps), and buffer amplifiers. They are critical in signal conditioning, filtering, and voltage amplification across electronics, medical devices, and industrial systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Instrumentation AmplifiersHigh CMRR, low offset voltage, fixed/gain-programmableSensor bridges, medical instrumentation, precision data acquisition
Operational AmplifiersVoltage feedback, high gain, configurable circuitsActive filters, integrators, comparators, audio amplifiers
Buffer AmplifiersHigh input impedance, unity gain, drive capabilityADC drivers, signal isolation, impedance matching

3. Structure and Composition

Typical IC construction includes: - Differential Input Stage: Bipolar/JFET transistors for high impedance - Gain Stage: Cascoded amplification with laser-trimmed resistors - Output Stage: Class AB push-pull for low distortion - Protection Circuits: ESD protection, thermal shutdown Packaged in 8-20 pin configurations (SOIC, TSSOP, QFN).

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Gain Bandwidth Product (GBP)Determines frequency response capability
Input Offset Voltage (Vos)Impacts DC precision in low-level signal amplification
Slew Rate (SR)Defines maximum signal transition speed
Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR)Measures noise/interference immunity
Quiescent Current (Iq)Impacts power efficiency in battery applications

5. Application Fields

  • Medical: ECG machines, blood analyzers
  • Industrial: PLCs, strain gauge interfaces
  • Consumer: Audio preamplifiers, sensor hubs
  • Telecom: Fiber optic transimpedance amplifiers
  • Automotive: Battery management system sensors

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerProduct Highlights
Analog DevicesAD8221 (Instrumentation Amp), OP1177 (Precision OP Amp)
TILM741 (Classic OP Amp), INA128 (Low-power In-Amp)
STMicroelectronicsTSV912 (Rail-to-Rail OP Amp), LMV358 (Low-voltage Buffer)
MaximMAX4463 (Audio Buffer), MAX41460 (High-speed OP Amp)

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations: - Bandwidth vs. power consumption trade-off - Required CMRR in noisy environments - Rail-to-rail output for low-voltage systems - Temperature stability in industrial applications - Cost-sensitive vs. precision design priorities

8. Industry Trends

Future directions include: - Sub-1V operation for IoT devices - Integration with digital calibration (smart amplifiers) - GaN/SiC-based amplifiers for high-voltage applications - AI-driven parameter optimization tools - Automotive-grade amplifiers for ADAS systems

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