The PA01 is a high-voltage, high-current operational amplifier manufactured by Cirrus Logic Inc. (formerly Apex Microtechnology). It is designed to drive a wide range of loads, including motors, actuators, and transducers.

Applications

• Motor control
• Actuator drivers
• Piezo drivers
• Programmable Power Supplies
• Magnetic Deflection
• Test Equipment

Features

• High output voltage: Up to ±35V
• High output current: Up to ±2A continuous
• Wide bandwidth: 4 MHz
• High slew rate: 20 V/μs
• Adjustable current limit
• Thermal shutdown protection
• Low input bias current

Benefits

• Precise and reliable control of high-power loads due to high voltage and current capabilities.
• Fast and accurate response to input signals due to high bandwidth and slew rate.
• Protection against overcurrent conditions with adjustable current limit.
• Prevention of thermal damage with thermal shutdown protection.
• Versatile application in various industrial and scientific equipment.

Additional Details

The PA01 is typically packaged in an 8-pin hermetic DIP package. It requires an external compensation network for stable operation. The operating temperature range is typically -25°C to +85°C. Its high voltage and current capabilities, combined with robust protection features, make it suitable for demanding industrial applications. The adjustable current limit allows for tailoring the amplifier's performance to specific load requirements.