Linear - Amplifiers - Instrumentation, OP Amps, Buffer Amps

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ALD4704BPBL

ALD4704BPBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 4 CIRCUIT 14DIP

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ALD4701PBL

ALD4701PBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 4 CIRCUIT 14DIP

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ALD1701ASAL

ALD1701ASAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

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ALD4702BPBL

ALD4702BPBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 4 CIRCUIT 14DIP

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ALD4701ASBL

ALD4701ASBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 4 CIRCUIT 14SOIC

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ALD2721SBL

ALD2721SBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 14SOIC

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ALD2702ASAL

ALD2702ASAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

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ALD1706GPAL

ALD1706GPAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

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ALD4704BSBL

ALD4704BSBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 4 CIRCUIT 14SOIC

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ALD4706APBL

ALD4706APBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 4 CIRCUIT 14DIP

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ALD1704PAL

ALD1704PAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

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ALD1726EPAL

ALD1726EPAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

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ALD1726GSAL

ALD1726GSAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

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ALD1731SAL

ALD1731SAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

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ALD1732APAL

ALD1732APAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

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ALD1721PAL

ALD1721PAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

0

ALD2731APAL

ALD2731APAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8DIP

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ALD2726PBL

ALD2726PBL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 14DIP

0

ALD1701SAL

ALD1701SAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8SOIC

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ALD1736PAL

ALD1736PAL

Advanced Linear Devices, Inc.

IC OPAMP GP 1 CIRCUIT 8DIP

0

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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