STMicroelectronics TDA7498 - Class D Audio Amplifier

The TDA7498 from STMicroelectronics is a cutting-edge Class D audio amplifier that delivers high-quality sound with remarkable efficiency. This powerful integrated circuit is designed to operate as a 100-watt + 100-watt dual BTL class-D audio amplifier, making it a perfect solution for home theater systems, active speakers, and high-fidelity audio applications.

Key Features:

• High Output Power: Capable of delivering up to 100 watts per channel into a 6-ohm load, ensuring powerful and clear audio reproduction.
• Wide Supply Voltage Range: The TDA7498 operates over a broad supply voltage range from 12 to 36 volts, providing flexibility in various applications.
• High Efficiency: With its advanced Class D operation, the TDA7498 offers greater than 90% efficiency, reducing energy consumption and heat generation.
• Low THD+N: Ensures high fidelity sound with Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise (THD+N) as low as 0.01%, delivering crisp and clean audio.
• Advanced Mute and Standby Functions: Integrated mute and standby functions allow for silent operation and reduced power usage when not actively driving speakers.
• Differential Inputs: Minimizes common-mode noise, providing improved sound quality.
• Flexible Mode Settings: Offers Single-ended or BTL (Bridge-Tied Load) operation, giving designers the ability to tailor the amplifier to the specific needs of their audio system.
• Protection Features: Equipped with over-temperature protection, short-circuit protection, and under-voltage lockout, ensuring reliable and safe operation under various conditions.

The TDA7498 is housed in a compact PowerSSO-36 package, which is optimized for efficient heat dissipation and space-saving on the PCB. Its superior performance, combined with ease of use and robust protection features, make the TDA7498 an ideal choice for audiophiles and manufacturers seeking high-quality audio amplification solutions.

With the TDA7498, STMicroelectronics continues to push the envelope in audio technology, providing an amplifier that meets the demands of modern high-performance audio systems.