LM358N

The LM358N is a versatile dual operational amplifier IC from ON Semiconductor, featuring two independent, high-gain, internally frequency-compensated amplifiers. It is designed to operate from a single power supply over a wide range of voltages, from 3V to 32V, or from dual supplies of ±1.5V to ±16V. This device boasts a wide bandwidth of 1 MHz (unity gain) and a low supply current drain of 500 µA, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.

Key electrical characteristics include a typical slew rate of 0.1 V/µs, a maximum offset voltage of 7 mV at 25°C, and a typical output current of 20 mA. The input common-mode voltage range includes ground, and the differential input voltage range is equal to the power supply voltage. The LM358N is internally compensated for unity gain, simplifying circuit design and eliminating the need for external components for stability.

Packaged in an 8-pin SOIC surface-mount package, the LM358N is well-suited for transducer amplifiers, conventional op-amp circuits, DC gain blocks, and comparators. Its ability to operate from a single supply and sense signals near ground makes it a cost-effective solution for many analog applications.