The LM1458 is a dual operational amplifier integrated circuit that contains two independent, high-gain op-amps in an 8-pin DIP package. By integrating both amplifiers on a single chip, it ensures closely matched electrical characteristics and reduces PCB space and component count. This makes it ideal for applications requiring precise analog signal processing, such as differential amplifiers, filters, and oscillators. In this article, we will explore the LM1458's pinout, features, … [Read more...]
NE5532 IC : PinOut, Features, Specifications, Circuit, Working, Datasheet & Its Applications
Operational amplifiers, or op-amps, play an essential role in audio systems. So, if any sound system generates noise feedback, then there are some possible solutions. Among them is a NE5532 pre-amp circuit because of its efficiency and high-quality sound. The NE5532 is a bipolar, dual monolithic and internally compensated op amp introduced in 1979 by ‘Signetics’ for audio applications. Generally, preamplifier ICs work by enhancing the input signal; thus, your audio equipment can provide better … [Read more...]
MC33171 OpAmp : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working, Datasheet & Its Equivalents
Quality bipolar fabrication is mainly used in the MC33172/MC33174/MC33171 series monolithic ICs with modern design concepts. This series of ICs function from split power supplies which are suitable for single supply operation due to the ground potential in common mode input voltage. These monolithic series ICs are specified over the automotive or industrial temperature ranges. The whole sequence of single, dual & quad operational amplifiers is available in surface-mount and plastic packages. … [Read more...]
JRC4558 Op Amp : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working, Datasheet & Its Applications
The JRC4558 IC is a dual op-amp by Japan Radio Company which is compensated & designed with bipolar transistors internally on a single silicon chip. These ICs are perfect in pedal circuit designs due to their high voltage gain, good input impedance & versatile power supply. This op-amp has industry standard pin configuration which means there are various IC suppliers manufacturing devices that are 4558 pin compatible The first monolithic RC4558 dual op-amp was developed by Raytheon … [Read more...]
How to choose an Op amp?
An operational amplifier, or op-amp, is a critical component in many electronic circuits, providing amplification, signal conditioning, and other essential functions. Selecting the appropriate op-amp for a specific application is crucial to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with the circuit's requirements. This article discusses the key factors that need to be considered when choosing an op-amplifier, covering aspects such as gain, bandwidth, voltage range, impedance, noise, power … [Read more...]
TL072 OpAmp : PinOut, Specifications, Circuit, Working & Its Applications
An audio preamplifier or preamp is one type of electronic amplifier, used to change a weak input signal into a strong output signal used for a loudspeaker & a power amplifier. These amplifiers are normally used for amplifying analog sensor signals like microphones & pickups. So, this is frequently arranged very close to the analog sensor to decrease the noise & interference effects. There are different op-amps are used in audio pre-amplifier circuits like NE5532, LM258, TL072, … [Read more...]
What is an Op Amp Integrator : Working & Its Applications
An operational amplifier is a voltage amplifier that has a differential input and a single-ended output. It is used with various external feedback components like capacitors and resistors. An operational amplifier is one such circuit that is capable of performing various calculus operations like integration and differentiation. It can be configured accordingly to perform such calculations. In the op amp integrator circuit, the output produced is nothing but the integration of the input voltage … [Read more...]
What is an Operational Amplifier (Op-amp) : Types and Its Uses
An Op-amp (operational amplifier) is a device that possesses linear characteristics. It is good at the conditioning of the signals as well as is utilized for the amplification of the voltage signals. This is a basic differential amplifier that consists of three terminals. Among these three terminals, two are used for the input and one is utilized for the output. The first terminal at the input is known as the inverting one it is represented by the minus sign. The second terminal at the input … [Read more...]
IC 741 Op-Amp Tutorial and Characteristics
The acronym of the term Op-Amp is an operational amplifier and it is a one type solid state integrated circuit. In the year 1963 the first op-amp is manufactured by “Fairchild Semiconductors”. The op-amp is the basic building blocks of analog electronic circuits that perform a various types of analog signal processing tasks. Operational amplifiers use external feedback to control its functions and these are the multipurpose devices in all electronic devices. Op-Amp has two inputs and one output … [Read more...]