Cryogenic Op Amp: Experiences & Solutions

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Experience with amplifiers in cryostats is sought, particularly for operation near a sample at 15 Kelvin in a strong magnetic field of at least 4T. Insulation is necessary to mitigate field effects, and running the amplifier at around 100 Kelvin is considered to reduce thermal radiation while maintaining silicon functionality. The desired frequency amplification range is from 0.1 Hz to 50 kHz, with some flexibility on bandwidth, although concerns about 1/f noise from HEMTs are noted. The use of a Wheatstone bridge is mentioned, with interest in employing a JFET as an adjustable reference resistor. The discussion highlights the need for recommendations on suitable components for this application.
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Hi there,

does anyone have experience with amplifiers in cryostats? I would like to have one close to the sample inside the cryostat. The problem is that there will be at least 4T of field with large gradients and I guess that I have to insulate it. The sample is at 15Kelvin but I am thinking of running the amplifier around 100Kelvin to keep thermal radiation low, but silicon should still work. I would like to amplify frequencies between 0.1 Hz and maybe 50kHz but I can compromise somewhat on the bandwidth. HEMTs have terrible 1/f noise I was told. Did anyone ever attempt something like this, who can point me to parts that have worked for him?

Oh yeah and I need to use a Wheatstone bridge. I was thinking about a JFET as an adjustable reference resistor any thoughts on that?
 
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