LM324A-SR is a Replacement parts of
LM324DRG4
LM324A-SR has good quality and a cheaper price, which can effectively help you reduce costs and make your products more competitive. In addition, we have sufficient supply and stable price of this parts, which can greatly help you to avoid problems such as price increases and parts shortages of similar products from other brands.
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LM324A-SRManufacturer :
3peakDescription :
36V General Purpose Operational AmplifiersPackaging :
ReelPackage :
SOIC-14Stock :
in stockPrice :
$0.15-$0.32
LM324A-SR
Price: | $0.15-$0.32 | $0.38-$0.45 |
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The LM324A-SR from 3peak and the LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments (TI) are both quad operational amplifiers widely used in general-purpose applications. These amplifiers are designed for use in a variety of analog signal conditioning tasks, including amplification, filtering, and signal buffering. While both products offer similar core functionalities, the LM324A-SR delivers key advantages in power efficiency, precision, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, making it the preferred choice for many design engineers.
The LM324A-SR operates over a single supply voltage range of 3V to 32V and a dual supply voltage range of ±1.5V to ±16V, providing the flexibility to accommodate different design needs. The typical supply current is 1 mA per amplifier, ensuring that the LM324A-SR is suitable for low-power applications, such as battery-operated devices and power-sensitive systems.
In contrast, the LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments operates in a similar voltage range of 3V to 32V but with a typical supply current of 1.5 mA per amplifier. This slight increase in current consumption means that the LM324A-SR offers superior power efficiency, which is an essential factor for designs requiring long battery life or minimizing energy usage.
The LM324A-SR offers a low input offset voltage of 3 mV (max), which is highly suitable for precision applications requiring accurate signal amplification. The low input offset voltage ensures improved accuracy and minimized distortion in the output signal, making it ideal for sensitive applications such as audio systems, sensor interfaces, and data acquisition systems.
The LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments provides a higher input offset voltage of 7 mV (max), which is more typical for general-purpose op-amps. While this offset voltage may not significantly impact most designs, it does result in slightly reduced precision when compared to the LM324A-SR. The LM324A-SR's lower input offset voltage makes it a better choice for high-accuracy applications.
The LM324A-SR offers excellent noise performance, with a low voltage noise density of 35 nV/√Hz at 1 kHz. This ensures that the LM324A-SR can perform well in low-noise environments, ensuring minimal interference and high-quality output in sensitive applications such as audio, medical instrumentation, and sensor signal processing.
In comparison, the LM324DRG4 has a typical noise density of 40 nV/√Hz at 1 kHz. While this is still acceptable for many general-purpose applications, the LM324A-SR’s superior noise performance ensures better clarity and less signal distortion, which is critical in noise-sensitive designs.
The LM324A-SR is designed to operate in a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C, making it suitable for industrial, automotive, and high-reliability applications that demand consistent performance under extreme temperature conditions. This wide temperature range ensures that the LM324A-SR can handle both low and high-temperature environments without compromising on functionality.
On the other hand, the LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments has a temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, which may limit its use in more extreme temperature applications. While it still serves well in general-purpose environments, the LM324A-SR's wider temperature range provides greater reliability and robustness in harsh operating conditions.
The LM324A-SR offers a high PSRR of 100 dB at low frequencies, which helps in rejecting power supply noise. This is especially important in applications where power fluctuations or noisy power sources might otherwise introduce errors into the amplified signal. Its ability to filter out power supply noise makes it a preferred choice for sensitive analog circuits.
The LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments offers a PSRR of 80 dB at low frequencies, which is lower than that of the LM324A-SR. While the LM324DRG4 still provides decent power supply rejection, it is more susceptible to supply noise in comparison to the LM324A-SR. The LM324A-SR's higher PSRR ensures better immunity to fluctuations in power quality, maintaining more stable operation in noisy environments.
The LM324A-SR from 3peak is available in a compact, space-saving package such as SOT-23-5, making it a great option for high-density designs where board space is a premium. Additionally, the LM324A-SR is available in a range of package types, including SOIC-14 and TSSOP-14, offering flexibility for different system requirements.
The LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments is typically available in SOIC-14 and PDIP-14 packages, but it does not offer the same small package options as the LM324A-SR. The LM324A-SR's compact packaging options allow for better space optimization in designs requiring high performance within a small form factor.
The LM324A-SR from 3peak is competitively priced, offering excellent value for its high performance. For designers looking for a cost-effective operational amplifier with low power consumption, high precision, and reliable operation, the LM324A-SR provides a superior option at a more attractive price point.
The LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments is generally priced higher, mainly due to the brand recognition and market presence of TI. While it provides reliable performance, the LM324A-SR offers similar features at a more affordable cost, making it a better choice for cost-conscious designs without sacrificing performance.
In conclusion, both the LM324A-SR from 3peak and the LM324DRG4 from Texas Instruments are solid choices for general-purpose quad operational amplifiers. However, the LM324A-SR stands out due to its:
Lower power consumption (1 mA vs. 1.5 mA per amplifier), ensuring better energy efficiency.
Lower input offset voltage (3 mV max vs. 7 mV max), offering higher accuracy for precision applications.
Superior noise performance (35 nV/√Hz vs. 40 nV/√Hz), resulting in cleaner signals for sensitive applications.
A wider temperature range (-40°C to +125°C vs. -40°C to +85°C), ensuring reliable operation in more extreme environments.
Higher PSRR (100 dB vs. 80 dB), offering better rejection of power supply noise.
Cost-effective pricing, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious designs.
The LM324A-SR from 3peak offers superior performance and value, making it the ideal choice for most modern designs, especially where energy efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness are critical factors.
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