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Dual operational amplifier

LM358 Specifications

Review LM358 electrical specifications, operating conditions and package details.

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Key specifications

One package, two signal paths. Set their gains with external feedback.

Recommended supply3–30 V
Gain-bandwidth product0.7 MHz · typical
Ambient range0–70 °C
Independent amplifiers2 channels

Operating profile

Supply, signals and operating conditions

LM358 operating profile
ParameterValueConditions / notes
Selected packagePDIP-8LM358P · 8 pins
Recommended input rangeV− to V+ − 2 VUse the supply rails as references.
Positive output headroom≈1.5 VTypical at 5 V, RL ≥ 2 kΩ; not a guaranteed rail swing.
Use these values with the stated grade and test conditions.

Package details

LM358P · PDIP-8

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Selected LM358 physical package
PropertyDetails
ManufacturerTexas Instruments
Part numberLM358P
PackagePDIP-8
Connections8 pins
MountingThrough-hole
Lead pitch2.54 mm
Package codeP
Thermal referenceBoard-dependent; see TI thermal table

Operating conditions

Classic LM358P / LM358D

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Supply difference3–30 VRecommended operating range
Ambient temperature0–70°CLM358 grade
Input common-mode rangeV− to V+ − 2 VRecommended operating conditions
Supply absolute maximum32 VStress rating, not an operating target

TI SLOS068AB, sections 5.1 and 5.3.

Electrical characteristics

Typical values are not production guarantees

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Gain-bandwidth product0.7 MHz typicalClassic LM358
Slew rate0.3 V/µs typicalUnity gain
Input offset voltage3 mV typical; 7 mV maximum25°C; see manufacturer test conditions
Input bias current20 nA typical magnitude25°C
Supply current350 µA typical per channel5 V; unloaded; 0–70°C test row
High-side output headroom1.5 V typical5 V supply, RL ≥ 2 kΩ
Near-ground output5 mV typical; 20 mV maximum5 V; RL ≤ 10 kΩ; 0–70°C

TI SLOS068AB, section 5.7. Conditions differ between rows; consult the PDF before selecting a part.

Gain and example readings

Non-inverting DC example

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
Closed-loop gain1 + Rf / RgWithin the linear operating region
Example resistorsRf = 20 kΩ; Rg = 10 kΩGain = 3
Example input / ideal output0.50 V / 1.50 VCalculated, not a measured result
Explorer clipping ceiling3.50 VIllustrative 5 V − 1.5 V headroom
Explorer input limit3.00 V5 V − 2 V recommended common-mode headroom

The explorer uses a fixed DC headroom approximation. It omits offset, bias, noise, frequency, temperature and load-dependent effects.

Package reference

LM358P · PDIP-8

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ParameterValueConditions / notes
MountingThrough-holeSelected physical package
Lead pitch2.54 mmCheck land pattern dimensions before PCB manufacture
Pin mapping8 numbered pinsSame functions in PDIP-8 and SOIC-8
OrientationTop viewUse the notch / pin-1 marker

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Connections by function

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Outputs2 pins

Signal inputs4 pins

Supply2 pins

Read the conditions with every value

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

Official PDF datasheet

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