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AD8221ARZ

ADIAD8221ARZ

Analog Devices Inc.
Instrumentation Amplifier 1 Circuit 8-SOIC
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Overview

The AD8221ARZ is a high-performance, gain-programmable instrumentation amplifier that delivers industry-leading Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) over frequency. It is designed to extract small signals in the presence of large common-mode noise, maintaining high precision even at 10 kHz. This circuit operates on a single gain-setting resistor, making it highly versatile for precision signal conditioning.

Why Choose This Part

The AD8221ARZ offers a low input offset voltage of 60 uV and a low input bias current of 500 pA, minimizing errors in high-impedance applications. Its 825 kHz bandwidth and 2 V/us slew rate provide excellent dynamic performance compared to standard instrumentation amplifiers.

Applications

Bridge Transducers
Interfacing with strain gauges and pressure sensors where high precision and low drift are required.
Medical Instrumentation
Used in ECG and patient monitoring systems due to its high CMRR and low input bias current.
Industrial Process Control
Ideal for 4-20mA loop monitoring and thermocouple amplification in noisy industrial environments.
Data Acquisition Systems
Serves as a front-end amplifier for high-resolution ADCs in multichannel measurement hardware.

Key Specifications

Slew Rate 2V/us
Mounting Type Surface Mount
-3db Bandwidth 825 kHz
Amplifier Type Instrumentation
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Current - Supply 900uA
Number of Circuits 1
Current - Input Bias 500 pA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Voltage - Input Offset 60 uV
Supplier Device Package 8-SOIC
Current - Output / Channel 18 mA
Voltage - Supply Span (Max) 36 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Min) 4.6 V

Getting Started

Engineers can evaluate this part using the AD8221-EVALZ evaluation board, which provides a pre-configured layout for gain setting and signal routing. When designing the PCB, place the gain-setting resistor as close as possible to pins 1 and 8 to minimize parasitic capacitance and maintain high-frequency CMRR.

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