Operational Amplifiers With Linear Integrated Circuits

Through detailed explanations, and mathematics accessible to technology-level readers, this book establishes methods for analyzing, modeling, and predicting performance of op-amps and linear integrated circuits. KEY TOPICS: It includes the common circuit configurations and devices to be used with these circuits. Also includes: Oscillators and waveform generators; analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog coversion; computer software analysis; operational amplifier DC effects and limitations, and more.

"In this fifth edition, we not only have kept the standard 741 op amp but also have shown many circuits with newer, readily available op amps because these have largely overcome the dc and ac limitations of the older types. We preserved or objective of simplifying the process of learning about applications involving signal conditioning, signal generation, filters, instrumentation, and control circuits. But we have oriented this fifth edition to reflect the evolution of analog circuits into those applications whose purpose is to condition signals from transducers or other sources into form suitable for presentation to a microcontroller or computer. In addition, we have added examples of circuit simulation using PSpice throughout this edition."--Introduction.

Now in its third edition, Operational Amplifiers & Linear Integrated Circuits offers an extensive and detailed exploration of the modern op amp and associated specialized linear integrated circuits. The exploration begins with a fundamental building building block, the differential amplifier. The decibel, Bode plots and negative feedback concepts are introduced. The theory of basic amplifier circuits is presented along with applications. Practical performance aspects such as frequency response, slew rate, offset, drift and noise are presented. Chapters are dedicated to specialized devices and applications such linear and switching regulator, non-linear amplifiers, oscillators and function generators, active filters, and AD and DA conversion. Circuit simulations are integrated throughout the chapters. Each of the twelve chapters includes a list of learning outcomes, a summary, review questions and a large number of exercises grouped in terms of Analysis, Design, Challenge and Computer Simulation. Appendices include the answers to the odd-numbered exercises. This is the print version of the on-line OER.

Divided into two major sections, this guide's coverage is current and computer simulations via SPICE and Multisim are integrated throughout to provide experiences similar to those encountered in industry. Fundamentals are stressed in order to set up readers for success. Computer simulations are integrated as a means of verifying a by-hand calculation, enabling readers to perform "what-if" experiments, test the validity of differing device models, or investigate second-order effects.

This book offers comprehensive coverage of a wide, relevant array of operational amplifier topics. KEY TOPICS: The book integrates theory, practical circuits, and troubleshooting concepts, keeping mathematical details to a minimum. Delving more deeply into coverage of operational amplifiers, the book guides readers through a system of pedagogical tools that both reinforces and challenges their understanding. An essential reference in electronic technology.