LM386N-4

LM386N-4

Category: IC Chips

Specifications
SKU
12442816
Details

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Parameter Symbol Min Typical Max Unit
Supply Voltage Vcc 4 - 12 V
Quiescent Current (Vcc=6V) Iq - 4 - mA
Input Impedance Zi 50 - 70
Output Impedance Zo 0.1 - 0.8 Ω
Gain Av 20 - 200 dB
Bandwidth (Av=20) fBW 300 - 300 kHz
Bandwidth (Av=200) fBW 12 - 12 kHz
Slew Rate SR - 0.5 - V/μs
Power Output (Vcc=6V, RL=8Ω) Pout - 0.7 - W
Power Output (Vcc=12V, RL=8Ω) Pout - 1.0 - W

Instructions for Using the LM386N-4

  1. Power Supply:

    • The LM386N-4 operates with a supply voltage ranging from 4V to 12V. Ensure that the power supply is stable and within this range to avoid damage or poor performance.
  2. Gain Setting:

    • The gain can be set by connecting a resistor and capacitor between pins 1 and 8. For a gain of 20, leave pins 1 and 8 open. For a gain of 200, connect a 10 μF capacitor between pins 1 and 8. For intermediate gains, use the formula: [ text = 20 times left(1 + fracright) ] where R1 is the resistor connected between pins 1 and 8, and R2 is the internal resistor (1.35 kΩ).
  3. Input Connection:

    • Connect the audio input signal to pin 3. The input impedance is typically around 50 kΩ, so ensure that the source impedance is compatible.
  4. Output Connection:

    • The output is taken from pin 5. For an 8Ω speaker, connect it directly to pin 5 and ground. For other load impedances, consider using an appropriate coupling capacitor to match the impedance.
  5. Bypass Capacitor:

    • Place a 10 μF bypass capacitor between pin 7 (ground) and pin 6 (Vcc) to filter out any noise from the power supply.
  6. Decoupling Capacitor:

    • A 0.1 μF decoupling capacitor should be placed close to the Vcc pin (pin 6) and ground (pin 7) to stabilize the power supply and reduce noise.
  7. Heat Dissipation:

    • The LM386N-4 has a low quiescent current, but it can still generate heat when driving high-power loads. Ensure adequate heat dissipation, especially when operating at higher supply voltages or with heavy loads.
  8. Protection:

    • To protect the amplifier from short circuits and overloads, consider adding a series resistor and a fuse in the power supply line.

By following these instructions, you can effectively use the LM386N-4 in your audio amplifier projects.

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