Looking for a quad rail-to-rail op amp similar to TL074 in DIP14 package?

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The discussion revolves around finding a quad rail-to-rail operational amplifier (op amp) similar to the TL074 in a DIP14 package, suitable for a power supply of +12V / -12V. Participants explore various options, specifications, and potential alternatives while addressing the challenges of sourcing such components in the desired package type.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a need for a quad op amp that is rail-to-rail for input, specifically in a DIP14 package, citing the TL074 as a reference.
  • Several participants suggest alternatives such as the LMC660 and LT1491, but note limitations regarding power supply and performance characteristics.
  • One participant questions the necessity of rail-to-rail input and suggests that using a voltage divider might be a viable workaround.
  • Another participant discusses the inherent limitations of bipolar technology in achieving true rail-to-rail input, proposing the use of MOSFET technology as a potential solution.
  • Some participants mention the possibility of using SMD to DIP adapters as a workaround for sourcing components.
  • There are discussions about the complexity of using MOSFETs as a pre-amp input stage to achieve rail-to-rail input, with some expressing skepticism about the added complexity versus the benefits.
  • One participant introduces a concept involving a PNP and NPN differential pair to achieve rail-to-rail functionality without changing technology, inviting further exploration of this idea.
  • References to academic papers and datasheets are provided for those interested in deeper technical insights into rail-to-rail op amp designs.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the availability of a suitable quad rail-to-rail op amp in DIP14 format. Multiple competing views exist regarding the feasibility of achieving rail-to-rail input with different technologies and approaches.

Contextual Notes

Some limitations are noted regarding the specifications of suggested op amps, including power supply constraints and performance characteristics that may not meet the needs for audio applications. The discussion also highlights the challenges of sourcing components in the desired package type.

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This discussion may be of interest to electronics engineers, hobbyists, and students looking for operational amplifier solutions, particularly those focused on audio applications or requiring specific packaging formats.

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Hello. I'm looking for a quad op amp similar to TL074 but rail to rail (mainly for input) in DIP14 (I found a lot in SMD) and supporting +12V / -12V as power supply.
 
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Thanks but I'm looking for DIP14 package not SMD
 
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Thanks but I'm looking for DIP14 package not SMD
OOPS !
Haste makes waste - i looked at this and just saw 14 pins.
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my mistake

...http://cds.linear.com/docs/en/datasheet/14901fb.pdf
http://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/lt1014.pdf
both perhaps a bit slow for audio
 

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Texas Instruments LMC660 is a rail to rail op amp that I have had ok luck with.
 
What is behind your need for rail to rail input ? Might there be a way around it so you can stick with everyday TLO74?
 
Hi. Sorry LMC660 is limited to +15.5 V power supply and I need -12 -> +12V
 
Ravaner said:
rail to rail (mainly for input)
I don't think there is such a thing, at least not in bi-polar technology. Consider that the input stage will have an inherent VBE to turn on and that there must be a load for the first stage, in either the Emitter or Collector, to sense the change in current. It might be possible in MOSFET technology with a depletion mode input stage but I haven't thought it through completely. Your best bet is to put a voltage divider in the input to stay within the Common Mode range. You only need to lose 10% to 20% of input range, not a big hit for later gain stages.

Or can you just increase the supply voltage, maybe even with a couple boost-converters?

FURTHER DIGGING:
You may be able to use a couple of MOSFETs as a pre-amp input stage to get close to rail-to-rail input but it seems like a lot of added complexity for little gain.

A Google search shows a few hits for rail-to-rail input but they are low supply voltage (7V), single or dual, and small packages.
https://www.google.com/search?q="op+amp"+depletion+mode+input

Let us know how it turns out.
 
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Ravaner said:
looking for a quad op amp similar to TL074 but rail to rail (mainly for input)

Tom.G said:
FURTHER DIGGING:
You may be able to use a couple of MOSFETs as a pre-amp input stage to get close to rail-to-rail input but it seems like a lot of added complexity for little gain.

A Google search shows a few hits for rail-to-rail input but they are low supply voltage (7V), single or dual, and small packages.
https://www.google.com/search?q="op+amp"+depletion+mode+input

you may be on the right track
@Ravaner wasn't really specific in the requirement

does he really mean like this Op-amp ?... ( referring to the type of input ONLY)

NCS2002 ?

http://www.onsemi.com/pub/Collateral/NCS2002-D.PDF
 
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Take a look at these few:

https://www.digikey.com/products/en/integrated-circuits-ics/linear-amplifiers-instrumentation-op-amps-buffer-amps/687?k=opamp&k=&pkeyword=opamp&pv659=705&pv659=467&pv659=418&FV=a40070%2C1140050%2C1f140000%2Cii4%7C2094%2Cffe002af%2C142c0442&mnonly=0&ColumnSort=0&page=1&stock=1&quantity=0&ptm=0&fid=0&pageSize=25
 
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Finally, I found a more or less bad solution with LT1491, which has, unfortenatly, a very short GBWP with 200 kHz. Thanks for all yours replies
 
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Tom.G said:
I don't think there is such a thing, at least not in bi-polar technology. Consider that the input stage will have an inherent VBE to turn on and that there must be a load for the first stage, in either the Emitter or Collector, to sense the change in current. It might be possible in MOSFET technology with a depletion mode input stage but I haven't thought it through completely. Your best bet is to put a voltage divider in the input to stay within the Common Mode range. You only need to lose 10% to 20% of input range, not a big hit for later gain stages.

I know this is an older thread, but in case someone reads it and is interested, you can make rail-to-rail op amps without any technology changes (such as depletion mode devices). The key idea is to put a PNP diff pair in parallel with a NPN diff pair. Then you use an adaptive bias circuit to adjust the currents between the two stages to approximate constant gm from rail to rail. Typically you don't really need to cover both rails, in which case you just need to choose PNP or NPN inputs (or PMOS or NMOS if you're doing a CMOS chip).
 
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analogdesign said:
The key idea is to put a PNP diff pair in parallel with a NPN diff pair.
Interesting approach! I'm interesting in following up on it. Can you point me to a datasheet so I can follow up?
 
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Do you have access to the IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits? The primary paper is Huijsing and Linebarger, "Low-Voltage Operational Amplifier with Rail-to-Rail Input and Output Ranges", IEEE J. Solid-State Circuits, vol. 20, no 6. December 1985.

The paper would go into a lot of detail. Maxim has an app note the technique. https://www.maximintegrated.com/en/app-notes/index.mvp/id/4428

The Linear Tech LT1366 also uses the technique. There is some info in the datasheet but not a ton. http://cds.linear.com/docs/en/datasheet/1366fb.pdf
 
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