AD826 High-Speed, Low-Power Dual Operational Amplifier Data Sheet Instruction Manual
Summary
This high-speed, low-power dual operational amplifier is designed for power-sensitive applications requiring exceptional stability, such as video processing, active filters, or scanners. The AD826 delivers a robust 50 MHz bandwidth and powerful output drive capability while maintaining the simplicity of single positive voltage supplies (+5V to ±15V). This manual provides comprehensive technical data, including detailed specifications on dynamic performance, input/output characteristics, noise limits, and settling times, ensuring optimal design utilizing its high-speed capabilities in complex analog systems.
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High Speed, Low Power Dual Operational Amplifier
AD826
FEATURES CONNECTION DIAGRAM
High Speed: 8-Pin Plastic Mini-DIP and SO Package
50 MHz Unity Gain Bandwidth 350 V/ms Slew Rate 70 ns Settling Time to 0.01%
OUT1 V+
Low Power: 7.5 m A Max Power Supply Current Per Amp
–IN1 OUT2
Easy to Use:
Drives Unlimited Capacitive Loads +IN1 –IN2
50 m A Min Output Current Per Amplifier
V– +IN2
Specified for +5 V, 65 V and 615 V Operation AD826 2.0 V p-p Output Swing into a 150 V Load (VS = +5 V) Good Video Performance Differential Gain & Phase Error of 0.07% & 0.118 Excellent DC Performance: 2.0 m V Max Input Offset Voltage
The AD826 features high output current drive capability of
APPLICATIONS m A min per amp, and is able to drive unlimited capacitive Unity Gain ADC/DAC Buffer
loads. With a low power supply current of 15 m A max for both
Cable Drivers
amplifiers, the AD826 is a true general purpose operational
8- and 10-Bit Data Acquisition Systems amplifier. Video Line Driver
The AD826 is ideal for power sensitive applications such as
Active Filters
video cameras and portable instrumentation. The AD826 can operate from a single +5 V supply, while still achieving 25 MHz of bandwidth. Furthermore the AD826 is fully specified from a
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
single +5 V to ±15 V power supplies.
The AD826 is a dual, high speed voltage feedback op amp. It is ideal for use in applications which require unity gain stability
The AD826 excels as an ADC/DAC buffer or active filter in
and high output drive capability, such as buffering and cable
data acquisition systems and achieves a settling time of 70 ns to
driving. The 50 MHz bandwidth and 350 V/µs slew rate make 0.01%, with a low input offset voltage of 2 m V max. The the AD826 useful in many high speed applications including:
AD826 is available in small 8-pin plastic mini-DIP and SO
video, CATV, copiers, LCDs, image scanners and fax machines.
packages.
5V 500ns
CL = 100p F
1kΩVIN 0.01
HP PULSE µF GENERATOR
1/2 TEKTRONIX TEKTRONIX P6201 FET 7A24 FET
AD826
50Ω VOUT PROBE PREAMP
0.01 CL
µF CL = 1000p F
–VS 3.3µF 5V
Driving a Large Capacitive Load
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Manual Details
| Brand | Dual |
|---|---|
| Pages | 16 |
| File Size | 258.33 KB |
| Published | May 31, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function or best application for the AD826 op amp?
It excels as an ADC/DAC buffer, active filter, or video line driver in power-sensitive applications like cameras and portable instrumentation.
What is the maximum operating bandwidth of the device?
The bandwidth can reach up to 50 MHz when supplied with a ±15 V potential difference.
Can this amplifier operate using only a single supply voltage?
Yes, the AD826 can operate from a single +5 V supply while still achieving a 25 MHz bandwidth.
What is the device's capacity for driving capacitive loads?
It has high output current drive capability of 50 mA minimum per amplifier and can drive unlimited capacitive loads.