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LM358DR

TILM358DR

Texas Instruments
Operational Amplifiers - Op Amps Dual Op Amp
87,760 in stock

Overview

The LM358DR is a dual-channel, general-purpose operational amplifier designed for cost-sensitive applications requiring operation from a single power supply. It features two independent, high-gain, internally frequency-compensated circuits capable of operating over a wide voltage range from 5V to 30V. This device is a staple in industrial and consumer electronics due to its industry-standard 8-SOIC footprint and predictable performance in low-speed signal conditioning.

Why Choose This Part

The LM358DR offers excellent versatility with a common-mode input range that includes ground, allowing direct sensing at 0V in single-supply configurations. It is highly power-efficient for a dual op-amp, drawing only 500uA per channel, and its wide 5V to 30V supply range accommodates various logic and industrial voltage rails.

Applications

Transducer Amplifiers
Interfacing with low-frequency sensors such as thermocouples or pressure sensors in battery-powered systems.
DC Gain Blocks
Providing simple signal amplification in circuits where a ground-referenced single supply is used.
Current Sensing
Low-side current monitoring in power supply management and motor control loops.
Comparator Circuits
Utilizing the high open-loop gain for simple threshold detection in non-critical timing applications.

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 0degC ~ 70degC (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) 30 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Min) 3 V

Getting Started

Engineers typically prototype with the LM358 on a breadboard using a DIP-8 adapter or by using an SOIC-8 breakout board. Since it is a standard analog component, it requires no software; simply ensure proper decoupling with a 0.1uF ceramic capacitor close to the VCC pin and observe the 700 kHz gain bandwidth limitations during circuit design.

LM358 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Package Slew Rate Current - Supply Current - Input Bias Temp Range Gain Bandwidth Product Stock
LM358DR (this part) SOIC-8 0.3V 500uA 20 nA 0degC ~ 70degC (TA) 700 k 87,760
LM358DGKR TSSOP-8 0.3V 500uA 20 nA 0degC ~ 70degC (TA) 800 k 12,521
LM358DT (STMicroelectronics) SOIC-8 0.6V 700uA 20 nA 0degC ~ 70degC 1.1 M 34,720
LM358ADR SOIC-8 0.3V 500uA 15 nA 0degC ~ 70degC (TA) 700 k 73,350

Also Consider

LM2904DR TITexas Instruments - Identical pinout and similar performance but rated for a wider automotive temperature range of -40 deg C to 125 deg C.
TLV9002IDR TITexas Instruments - A modern rail-to-rail alternative with higher bandwidth and lower power consumption for low-voltage applications.
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