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OPA2132PA

TIOPA2132PA

Texas Instruments
J-FET Amplifier 2 Circuit 8-PDIP
Active59,675 in stock

Overview

The OPA2132PA is a high-performance dual JFET-input operational amplifier designed for applications requiring low noise and high precision. It features a wide supply range of +/-2.5V to +/-18V and is unity-gain stable, making it a versatile choice for high-speed analog signal processing. With its 8 MHz gain bandwidth and 20 V/us slew rate, it effectively handles fast-moving signals without phase inversion during overload conditions.

Why Choose This Part

This amplifier offers a superior combination of low noise (8 nV/rtHz) and high speed, which is rarely found in generic JFET op-amps. Its robust design includes overload protection and is specifically engineered to avoid phase inversion when the input common-mode range is exceeded. The 8-PDIP package is ideal for through-hole prototyping and provides excellent thermal performance for a dual-channel IC.

Applications

Trans-impedance Amplifier
Utilizes the ultra-low 5 pA input bias current to convert low-level current from photodiodes into usable voltage signals with minimal error.
SAR ADC Driver
Provides the high slew rate and low distortion necessary to drive the input stages of successive-approximation register analog-to-digital converters.
Active Filter Design
The 8 MHz bandwidth and high input impedance allow for the implementation of high-order filters with minimal loading on preceding stages.
Voltage Reference Buffer
Leverages the 500 uV offset voltage and high output current capability to provide stable, low-impedance reference levels.

Key Specifications

Slew Rate 20V/us
Mounting Type Through Hole
Amplifier Type J-FET
Package / Case 8-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
Current - Supply 4mA (x2 Channels)
Number of Circuits 2
Current - Input Bias 5 pA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Gain Bandwidth Product 8 MHz
Voltage - Input Offset 500 uV
Supplier Device Package 8-PDIP
Current - Output / Channel 40 mA
Voltage - Supply Span (Max) 36 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Min) 5 V

Getting Started

For prototyping, the 8-PDIP package can be used directly in a standard breadboard or an 8-pin DIP socket. Ensure that bypass capacitors (typically 0.1 uF ceramic) are placed as close to the supply pins as possible to maintain stability at high slew rates. When designing PCB layouts, keep input traces short to minimize stray capacitance that could interact with the high-impedance JFET inputs.

OPA2132 Family

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Part Number Package Stock
OPA2132PA (this part) DIP-8 59,675
OPA2132 SOIC-8 459

Also Consider

OPA2134PA TITexas Instruments - A similar high-performance JFET op-amp optimized specifically for audio applications with slightly lower cost.
TL072IP TITexas Instruments - A budget-friendly dual JFET op-amp for less demanding applications that do not require the ultra-low noise or precision of the OPA2132.
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