SBOS830I September 2017 – October 2021 OPA189 , OPA2189 , OPA4189
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The OPAx189 features a proprietary input stage design that allows an input differential voltage to be applied while maintaining high input impedance. Typically, high-voltage CMOS or bipolar-junction input amplifiers feature anti-parallel diodes that protect input transistors from large VGS voltages that may exceed the semiconductor process maximum and permanently damage the device. Large VGS voltages can be forced when applying a large input step, switching between channels, or attempting to use the amplifier as a comparator.
OPAx189 solves these problems with a switched-input technique that prevents large input bias currents when large differential voltages are applied. This solves many issues seen in switched or multiplexed applications, where large disruptions to RC filtering networks are caused by fast switching between large potentials. OPAx189 offers outstanding settling performance due to these design innovations and built-in slew rate boost and wide bandwidth. The OPAx189 can also be used as a comparator. Differential and common-mode Absolute Maximum Ratings still apply relative to the power supplies.