Overview of Texas Instruments 5962-9688201Q2A
The Texas Instruments 5962-9688201Q2A is a military-grade operational amplifier based on the LM124A series, built to meet the stringent reliability, performance, and environmental standards of MIL-STD-883 and MIL-PRF-38535. It is a quad (four-channel) general-purpose op-amp designed for high-reliability aerospace, defense, and space applications where performance and ruggedness are essential. This device is radiation-tolerant and built for use in environments requiring hermetically sealed packages and extended temperature ranges.
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Core Functionality
This part functions as a low-power, internally frequency-compensated quad operational amplifier that offers high voltage gain and wide bandwidth. Each of the four op-amps in the package is capable of operating independently and is suited for single-supply or dual-supply configurations. The amplifier is designed to maintain performance stability across temperature, supply voltage, and time, making it ideal for mission-critical systems.
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Electrical Characteristics
* Supply Voltage Range: ±3 V to ±18 V (dual supply), or 6 V to 36 V (single supply), allowing broad flexibility in analog system designs.
* Input Offset Voltage: Typically 2 mV, ensuring high accuracy in low-signal applications.
* Input Bias Current: Approximately 20 nA (typical), suitable for interfacing with moderate-to-high impedance sources.
* Input Common-Mode Voltage Range: Includes ground when operating from a single supply, enhancing usability in low-voltage designs.
* Large Signal Voltage Gain: Typically 100 V/mV, enabling effective amplification of small input signals.
* Slew Rate: ~0.5 V/μs, which is acceptable for general-purpose analog signal conditioning.
* Unity-Gain Bandwidth: ~1 MHz, suitable for low-to-medium frequency applications.
* Output Voltage Swing: Typically up to ±13.5 V when operating from ±15 V supply, depending on load conditions.
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Package and Construction
* Package Type: The 5962-9688201Q2A is packaged in a 14-lead ceramic flatpack (designated as CFP or LCCC), hermetically sealed for protection against moisture, contaminants, and atmospheric gases. This packaging ensures long-term reliability in harsh environments.
* Lead Finish: Solder dip, in compliance with high-reliability military standards.
* Pin Configuration: Standard quad op-amp layout including four op-amp circuits with separate inverting and non-inverting inputs and outputs, plus shared power supply pins.
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Ruggedization and Environmental Ratings
* Temperature Range: Fully qualified for operation from −55°C to +125°C, suitable for military and aerospace use.
* Radiation Tolerance: Designed and processed to offer tolerance to ionizing radiation, though not categorized as a fully radiation-hardened device.
* MIL-PRF-38535 Qualification: Certified to meet Class Q quality level standards for military integrated circuits.
* Moisture Sensitivity: Hermetic package resists moisture ingress, ensuring stable electrical performance under extreme environmental conditions.
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Key Features
* Four independent op-amps in a single device
* Wide supply voltage range and common-mode input range
* Internally frequency-compensated for unity-gain stability
* Low input offset voltage and low input bias current
* High voltage gain and moderate slew rate
* Military temperature range and hermetically sealed ceramic package
* Radiation-tolerant and MIL-qualified for use in high-reliability systems
* Compatible with dual or single supply operation
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Typical Applications
* Aerospace control and instrumentation systems
* Military-grade analog signal processing
* Satellite and spaceborne electronics (non-rad-hard but rad-tolerant designs)
* Missile guidance and navigation systems
* High-reliability medical and industrial systems
* Redundant control systems in safety-critical applications
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Summary of Key Specifications
| Specification | Value/Detail |
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| Amplifier Count | 4 (Quad op-amp) |
| Supply Voltage Range | ±3 V to ±18 V or 6 V to 36 V |
| Input Offset Voltage (typical) | 2 mV |
| Input Bias Current (typical) | 20 nA |
| Unity-Gain Bandwidth | ~1 MHz |
| Slew Rate | ~0.5 V/μs |
| Output Voltage Swing | ±13.5 V (with ±15 V supply) |
| Voltage Gain (typical) | 100 V/mV |
| Package | 14-lead ceramic flatpack (CFP) |
| Operating Temperature Range | –55°C to +125°C |
| Radiation Tolerance | Yes (radiation-tolerant design) |
| MIL Certification | MIL-PRF-38535, Class Q |
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The Texas Instruments 5962-9688201Q2A is a highly reliable and precise operational amplifier solution tailored for applications demanding military-grade performance, long-term stability, and rugged environmental tolerance. Its quad-channel architecture, extended supply range, and hermetic packaging make it a cornerstone component in high-assurance analog systems deployed in aerospace, defense, and high-reliability industrial sectors.
