In this design example, the OPAx596 is configured as both a gain stage and output driver. The input signal to the amplifier is 0V to 5V, and the device is configured with a noninverting gain of 17V/V. The DAC reference voltage of 5V is used as a reference to enable a bipolar output swing. This configuration results in an output voltage of −42.5V to +42.5V. This design example is common in many systems that use a DAC to provide the input signal and require a wide output signal with low output current requirements. The OPAx596 can swing to either rail while remaining within the thermally specified limits. Such systems include test and measurement platforms and power supplies.