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Externally compensated operational amplifier

LM301A Specifications

Review LM301A electrical specifications, operating conditions and package details.

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Key specifications

Use the LM301A column of the shared family datasheet. The higher supply and temperature ratings of LM201A/LM201AV do not apply.

External compensation30 pF · example
Example rails±15 V
LM301A ambient0–70 °C
Example gain10 V/V

Operating profile

Supply, signals and operating conditions

LM301A operating profile
ParameterValueConditions / notes
Selected packagePDIP-8LM301ANG
Input common mode±12 VAt ±15 V rails
Input offset2 mV typ7.5 mV max · 25°C
Use these values with the stated grade and test conditions.

Package details

LM301ANG · PDIP-8

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Selected LM301A physical package
PropertyDetails
Manufactureronsemi
Part numberLM301ANG
PackagePDIP-8
Connections8 pins
MountingThrough-hole
Lead pitch2.54 mm
Package codeCASE 626-05
Thermal referenceCheck package dissipation and actual mounting

Device and package scope

onsemi revision 12

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
SOIC-8 orderLM301ADR2GTape and reel; listed order
PDIP-8 orderLM301ANGLegacy, marked discontinued in revision 12
CompensationExternalPin 1 to pin 8 for single-pole scheme
Ambient range0 to +70°CLM301A grade
Supply specification range±5 to ±15 VUnless a specific test states otherwise

Do not combine different family-member limits.

DC electrical characteristics

LM301A · 25°C unless stated

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Input offset2 mV typical; 7.5 mV maximumRS ≤ 50 kΩ
Input offset current3 nA typical; 50 nA maximum25°C
Input bias current70 nA typical; 250 nA maximum25°C
Input resistance2 MΩ typical; 0.5 MΩ minimumSpecified test conditions
Supply current1.8 mA typical; 3 mA maximum±15 V
Open-loop gain160 V/mV typical; 25 minimum±15 V, VO ±10 V, RL > 2 kΩ

Typical values are not guarantees.

Across the operating temperature range

LM301A, 0 to +70°C

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Input offset10 mV maximumRS ≤ 50 kΩ
Offset / bias current70 / 300 nA maximumSpecified family conditions
Input voltage range−12 to +12 V±15 V rails
CMRR70 dB minimum; 90 typicalRS ≤ 50 kΩ
Supply rejection70 dB minimum; 96 typicalRS ≤ 50 kΩ
Output swing with 10 kΩ±12 V minimum; ±14 V typical±15 V supply
Output swing with >2 kΩ±10 V minimum; ±13 V typical±15 V supply

Leave input and output headroom.

Absolute maximum ratings

Stress limits, not operating targets

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Supply rails±18 VLM301A, not LM201A
Differential input±30 VAbsolute limit
Common-mode stress±15 VBelow ±15 V supply, input limit equals supply
PDIP dissipation625 mW at ambient 25°CDerate 5 mW/°C above 25°C
Storage−65 to +150°CUnpowered

Package and mounting constrain dissipation.

Gain-of-ten circuit

Light-load illustrative DC calculation

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Positive / negative rails+15 V / −15 VPins 7 / 4; midpoint is 0 V
Compensation30 pFBetween pins 1 and 8
Feedback / return90 kΩ / 10 kΩOUT6 to IN−2; IN−2 to midpoint
Input / ideal output0.20 V / 2.00 VIN+3; high-impedance output meter
Supply bypass100 nF per railEach rail to midpoint
Balance pin 5OpenOptional trim not fitted

30 pF is a conservative standard compensation choice; dynamic behavior still needs validation.

Connections by function

Select a pin for its function, connection guidance and electrical notes.

Balance / compensation3 pins

Signal inputs2 pins

Supply2 pins

Analog output1 pin

Read the conditions with every value

Typical values describe stated test conditions. Absolute maximum ratings are stress limits, not operating targets.

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