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LM2904DR

TILM2904DR

Texas Instruments
Standard (General Purpose) Amplifier 2 Circuit 8-SOIC
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Overview

The LM2904DR is a dual-channel, general-purpose operational amplifier designed to operate from a single power supply over a wide range of voltages from 3V to 26V. This industry-standard component features two independent, high-gain frequency-compensated op-amps with a low supply current of 500uA per channel. It is rated for an extended temperature range of -40C to 125C, making it suitable for industrial and outdoor deployments.

Why Choose This Part

The LM2904DR offers a cost-effective solution for low-power analog applications with a 700 kHz gain bandwidth product and a 0.3V/us slew rate. Its wide operating temperature range and robust 8-SOIC packaging ensure reliability in harsh environments, while the low input bias current of 20 nA minimizes error in high-impedance circuits.

Applications

Transducer Amplifiers
Used to amplify small signals from sensors such as thermocouples or pressure transducers in industrial environments.
DC Gain Blocks
Provides reliable signal amplification in systems where only a single positive power supply rail is available.
Active Filtering
Commonly implemented in low-speed analog signal processing for noise reduction or signal shaping.
Current Sensing
Utilized in power management circuits to monitor current flow across shunt resistors.

Key Specifications

Slew Rate 0.3V/us
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Amplifier Type Standard (General Purpose)
Package / Case 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Current - Supply 500uA (x2 Channels)
Number of Circuits 2
Current - Input Bias 20 nA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 125degC (TA)
Gain Bandwidth Product 700 kHz
Voltage - Input Offset 3 mV
Supplier Device Package 8-SOIC
Current - Output / Channel 40 mA
Voltage - Supply Span (Max) 26 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Min) 3 V

Getting Started

To integrate this part, ensure the supply voltage remains within the 3V to 26V range and provide adequate decoupling with a 0.1uF ceramic capacitor near the VCC pin. For prototyping, the 8-SOIC package can be used with a standard SOIC-to-DIP adapter on a breadboard. Simulation models are widely available in SPICE environments for verifying circuit stability and gain characteristics.

Also Consider

LM358ADR TITexas Instruments - A similar dual op-amp suitable for commercial temperature ranges if the industrial rating of the LM2904 is not required.
MCP6002-I/SN MCHPMicrochip Technology - A rail-to-rail input/output alternative for applications requiring maximum dynamic range at lower supply voltages.