Linear Technology DN473 Using a Differential I/O Amplifier in Single-Ended Applications Design Note

This Design Note addresses some of the practical implications and demonstrates specific single-ended applications using the 3GHz gain-bandwidth LTC6406 differential I/O amplifier.

Brand: Linear Technology
Category: amplifier
Document type: Application Note
Language: English
Pages: 2
File format: PDF
File size: 95 KB
Published: 05 June, 2012
Updated: 28 September, 2023
Model: LTC6406
MD5 checksum: 111563A5E7F1F52B450B72E671401E39
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About this manual

This document addresses practical implications of using fully differential input/output amplifiers, specifically the LTC6406, in single-ended applications. It discusses the noise gain issues introduced by single-ended feedback configurations around such devices.

What's inside

Introduction
Background
Simple Single-Ended Connection
A Single-Ended Transimpedance Amplifier
Conclusion

Frequently asked questions

What is the stated bandwidth of the LTC6406 amplifier?

The document states that the LTC6406 differential I/O amplifier has a gain-bandwidth of 3GHz.

What is the rise time and bandwidth of the transimpedance amplifier circuit shown?

The circuit has a rise time of 16ns, which indicates a 20MHz bandwidth.

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