Linear - Amplifiers - Instrumentation, OP Amps, Buffer Amps

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
CA3140T

CA3140T

Rochester Electronics

CA3140 - OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER,

0

CA3080M-G

CA3080M-G

Rochester Electronics

ROHS; T/R OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

5586

CLC409A/B2A

CLC409A/B2A

Rochester Electronics

DUAL MARKED (5962-9203401M2A)

639

HA4-5177/B

HA4-5177/B

Rochester Electronics

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

1769

CA3080AE-G

CA3080AE-G

Rochester Electronics

ROHS OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

4057

CA3080AF

CA3080AF

Rochester Electronics

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

406

CLC110A/BPA

CLC110A/BPA

Rochester Electronics

DUAL MARKED (5962-8997501PA)

831

CLC425A/BPA

CLC425A/BPA

Rochester Electronics

DUAL MARKED (5962-9325901MPA)

1214

CA3049T

CA3049T

Rochester Electronics

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

248

HA1-2542-2

HA1-2542-2

Rochester Electronics

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

2471

CA3080A/B

CA3080A/B

Rochester Electronics

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

622

HA2-2542/883

HA2-2542/883

Rochester Electronics

DUAL MARKED (5962-8964301XC)

123

CLC522A/B2A

CLC522A/B2A

Rochester Electronics

DUAL MARKED (5962-9451701M2A)

271

ICL7612DMTV

ICL7612DMTV

Rochester Electronics

OPERATIONAL AMPLIFIER

320

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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