LM358

The LM358 is a dual operational amplifier (op-amp) integrated circuit (IC) manufactured by various semiconductor companies, including Texas Instruments. It is widely used in analog signal processing applications due to its versatile performance, low cost, and ease of use. The LM358 features two independent op-amps in a single package, making it suitable for applications requiring dual-channel amplification with minimal external components. Key Features:

• Dual operational amplifier IC
• Low input offset voltage: typically 2 mV
• Low input bias current: typically 45 nA
• Low supply current: typically 0.7 mA per amplifier
• Wide bandwidth: typically 1 MHz
• High gain bandwidth product: typically 1.2 MHz
• Single or dual power supply operation: 3V to 32V (±1.5V to ±16V)
• Unity-gain stable
• Available in dual in-line package (DIP), SOIC, and other surface-mount package options

Technical Specifications:

• Number of Channels: Dual-channel
• Supply Voltage: Single or dual supply operation (3V to 32V or ±1.5V to ±16V)
• Input Offset Voltage: Typically 2 mV
• Input Bias Current: Typically 45 nA
• Bandwidth: Typically 1 MHz
• Slew Rate: Typically 0.3 V/µs
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +105°C
• Package Types: DIP-8, SOIC-8, MSOP-8

Applications:

• Signal amplification and conditioning
• Voltage followers and buffers
• Comparators
• Active filters
• Instrumentation amplifiers
• Sensor interfaces