The discussion centers on the behavior of operational amplifiers (op-amps) in circuit analysis, specifically regarding the output current flowing into the op-amp itself. It is established that while an op-amp can source or sink current, significant current should not flow into or out of the input terminals, as this would violate Kirchhoff's Current Law. The participants confirm that if such a scenario occurs, it indicates an error in the calculated values of the circuit.
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GreenPrint said:Hi in a homework problem I'm trying to solve circuit. I'm getting the output current of an operational amplifier going into the operational amplifier. Is this allowed? If not than I'm violating Kirchhoff Current law and my other calculated values of the circuit must be wrong.
Thanks for any help.
gneill said:An operational amplifier can source or sink current.