Calculating Voltage Gain Vo/Vi of an Op-Amp Circuit

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The discussion focuses on calculating the voltage gain Vo/Vi of an op-amp circuit, specifically using formulas for inverting and differential amplifiers. Initial confusion arises regarding the circuit configuration and the relevance of an attached file. Participants suggest redrawing the circuit for clarity and emphasize the importance of defining resistors R1 and R2 in the calculations. The calculations provided yield a voltage gain of Vo/Vi = 122.233, which is confirmed as correct. Overall, the thread highlights the importance of understanding circuit layout and resistor roles in determining voltage gain.
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Homework Statement


Determine the voltage gain Vo/Vi of the op-amp circuit
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Homework Equations


inverting amplifer
vout=-(Rf/Rin) x vin

differential amplifer
vout= (R2/R1) x (vo - vin)

The Attempt at a Solution


im really struggling to even get started with this one sorry for the limited information i just need a starting block.
 

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The file you attached is not applicable to the circuit in your post. Notice that in the attached file there is a path from output to the "+" input of the same opamp. That configuration is not in your posted circuit.

Try redrawing your circuit by moving the lower opamp upward and to the left of the upper opamp, and make it face in the same direction. That should help in seeing the overall function. If you're still having trouble, start by considering the two opamp circuits individually.

gazp1988 said:
differential amplifer
vout= (R2/R1) x (vo - vin)

Where/what are R2, R1?
 
sorry about the attached file i don't know why it did that, it has nothing to do with my circuit.o_O

this is what i have so far.

inverting amplifier

vout= -(RF/RIN) X VIN
Vout = -(68/12) x Vin
Vout = -5.667Vin

Differential amplifier
vout = -(R2/R1) x (VX x VIN)
Vout = -(220/12) x (VX x VIN)
Vout = -18.334 x ((-5.667Vin) - Vin)
Vout = -18.334 x (-6.667Vin)
vo/vi = 122.233
 
VX and VIN are Multipied here...
gazp1988 said:
Vout = -(220/12) x (VX x VIN)
...but Added here.
gazp1988 said:
Vout = -18.334 x ((-5.667Vin) - Vin)
WHY?

R1 & R2 are still undefined.
 
Where/what are R2, R1?[/QUOTE]

R2 in the formula is the feedback resistor, R1 the series one.
 
gazp1988 said:
sorry about the attached file i don't know why it did that, it has nothing to do with my circuit.o_O

this is what i have so far.
vo/vi = 122.233

This result is correct.
 

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