Texas Instruments LMH6720MAX
- Part No.:
- LMH6720MAX
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Video Amps and Modules
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
LMH6720MAX.pdf
- Description:
- IC AMP CURRENT FEEDBACK 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
LMH6720MAX from Texas Instruments is a single-channel, current-feedback video operational amplifier with TTL-compatible shutdown control, 400MHz small-signal bandwidth (AV = +2V/V), 1800V/μs slew rate, and 0.02% differential gain error at 4.43MHz - optimized for NTSC/PAL video distribution and high-speed multiplexing in broadcast-grade systems.
For engineers reviewing the LMH6720MAX datasheet, LMH6720MAX pinout, LMH6720MAX application, or LMH6720MAX equivalent, this page delivers verified electrical specs, SOIC-8 package details, shutdown timing (11ns on / 7ns off), video performance metrics, and real-world design guidance for video switching, cable driving, and programmable gain amplifier implementations.
Technical Context
The LMH6720MAX implements Texas Instruments' VIP10 complementary bipolar process with current-feedback topology, enabling gain-independent bandwidth optimization via external feedback resistor tuning (recommended RF = 300Ω for AV = +2). Its high-impedance shutdown state (>1MΩ output) supports analog multiplexing without signal loading.
It operates from ±4V to ±6.25V supplies, delivers 70mA continuous output current into 100Ω, and maintains 0.1dB gain flatness to 120MHz - critical for composite video fidelity and wideband active filter stability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| −3dB Bandwidth | 400MHz at 500mVPP output - enables full HD baseband video signal handling without attenuation |
| Slew Rate | 1800V/μs - supports fast transient response for digital video edge integrity |
| Differential Gain Error | 0.02% at 4.43MHz - meets NTSC broadcast specification for color fidelity |
| Shutdown Current | 500μA - reduces system power by >90% during inactive periods |
| Turn-on / Turn-off Time | 11ns / 7ns - allows sub-20ns channel switching in high-speed video MUX designs |
| Supply Current | 5.6mA typical (±5V) - balances speed and power efficiency for portable video gear |
| Harmonic Distortion | −58dBc HD2 / −70dBc HD3 at 20MHz - preserves signal purity in multi-tone video applications |
Pinout & Package
LMH6720MAX is housed in an 8-pin SOIC (D) package with exposed pad thermal enhancement (θJA = 145°C/W), RoHS-compliant matte tin lead finish, and Level-1 moisture sensitivity rating.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| V+ | Positive supply rail | Accepts +4V to +6.25V; requires local 0.1μF ceramic bypass to ground |
| −IN | Inverting input | Current-feedback node; impedance ~180Ω; avoid capacitive loading |
| +IN | Non-inverting input | High-impedance voltage input; common-mode range extends to rails |
| V− | Negative supply rail | Accepts −4V to −6.25V; symmetric bypassing required |
| OUTPUT | Amplifier output | Drives 75Ω back-terminated video loads or 100Ω test conditions |
| SD | Shutdown control | TTL-compatible: <0.8V = disabled (high-Z), >2.0V = enabled; no pull-up needed |
| N/C | No connect | Pin 1 and Pin 6 are unconnected; must remain floating or grounded per layout guidelines |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| TTL-compatible shutdown | Enables nanosecond-scale channel enable/disable for video multiplexers without external logic level translation |
| Current-feedback architecture | Allows stable bandwidth scaling across gains (+1 to +6V/V) via RF selection - unlike voltage-feedback op amps |
| 0.1dB gain flatness to 120MHz | Preserves chroma/luma amplitude relationships across full NTSC/PAL baseband spectrum |
| Low distortion at 20MHz | −58dBc HD2 and −70dBc HD3 ensure minimal intermodulation artifacts in multi-channel video systems |
| Back-terminated 75Ω drive capability | Supports direct connection to coaxial video infrastructure without external termination resistors |
Applications
| HDTV Video Distribution | Video Multiplexer (MUX) |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Routing multiple HD component video signals (Y/Pb/Pr) to a shared display matrix or recording system. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-channel buffer and gain stage with fast enable/disable for channel selection. Use Value: 11ns turn-on time ensures glitch-free switching between sources; 0.02% DG/0.01° DP preserves color accuracy across all channels. | Use Scenario: Selecting one of eight camera feeds for real-time surveillance monitoring over coaxial infrastructure. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed analog switch element controlled by digital enable lines. Use Value: High-impedance shutdown state (>1MΩ) prevents crosstalk between inactive channels; 70mA drive sustains signal integrity over 100m RG-6 cable. |
| Programmable Gain Amplifier | Cable Equalization Driver |
Use Scenario: Digitally adjusting video signal amplitude in medical imaging equipment based on sensor gain calibration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Core gain block in digitally controlled PGA topology with resistor ladder feedback network. Use Value: Stable operation at AV = +1 to +6V/V with recommended RF values enables precise 1dB-step gain control without peaking or instability. | Use Scenario: Compensating high-frequency loss in 150m coaxial runs for security camera video transmission. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Active equalizer stage using RC-peaked feedback network (e.g., R1/C1, R2/C2). Use Value: 400MHz bandwidth and low noise (3.4nV/√Hz) allow clean pre-emphasis of 10–50MHz components without amplifying cable-induced noise floor. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-speed video amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LMH6720MA/NOPB | Same die, 8-pin SOIC tube packaging (95 pcs); identical electrical specs and pinout | No difference - suitable for low-volume prototyping or manual assembly | Select LMH6720MA/NOPB when small-batch evaluation or hand-soldering is required |
| LMH6720MF/NOPB | Same die, 6-pin SOT-23 package; lacks SD pin; 5.6mA ICC; 198°C/W θJA | Cannot support shutdown functionality; limited PCB area but higher thermal resistance | Choose LMH6720MF/NOPB only for space-constrained non-multiplexing applications where shutdown is unnecessary |
Compared with LMH6720MA/NOPB, LMH6720MAX offers tape-and-reel logistics for automated SMT production; compared with LMH6720MF/NOPB, it provides full shutdown control and lower thermal resistance - making LMH6720MAX the optimal choice for volume-manufactured video MUX and PGA systems requiring reliability and feature completeness.
Availability
LMH6720MAX is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for HDTV distribution, broadcast video routing, and high-speed analog multiplexing requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and TI-authorized traceability.
Supply support for LMH6720MAX includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and high-performance signal chain solutions.
The LMH6720MAX belongs to TI's VIP10-based wideband video op amp family, engineered specifically for broadcast-quality video signal conditioning, cable driving, and high-speed analog switching applications demanding low distortion and nanosecond timing precision.
FAQ
What is the recommended feedback resistor value for LMH6720MAX at a gain of +2V/V?
The LMH6720MAX datasheet specifies a recommended feedback resistor (RF) of 300Ω for non-inverting gain of +2V/V with ±5V supplies. This value delivers near-maximal bandwidth (400MHz), excellent gain flatness (0.1dB to 120MHz), and stable operation without peaking or oscillation. Deviating significantly below 300Ω risks overshoot and instability; increasing RF reduces bandwidth but improves phase margin.
Does LMH6720MAX support single-supply operation?
Yes, LMH6720MAX supports single-supply operation with VCC = 8V to 12.5V (e.g., +12V and GND), but the shutdown pin (SD) voltage thresholds shift: SD must be driven above VCC/2 (≥6V) to enable and below VCC/2 −1V (≤5V) to disable. Input common-mode range extends to the rails, and output swing is ±3.4V into 100Ω - ensuring usable dynamic range in properly biased single-supply video circuits.
How does LMH6720MAX differ from LMH6714 in video performance?
LMH6720MAX exhibits 0.02% differential gain and 0.01° differential phase error at 4.43MHz, while LMH6714 achieves 0.01%/0.01° under identical conditions. Both use the same VIP10 process and current-feedback architecture, but LMH6714 is optimized for ultimate video fidelity in fixed-gain broadcast paths, whereas LMH6720MAX adds TTL-compatible shutdown for dynamic signal routing - trading a marginal 0.01% DG penalty for multiplexing capability.
Can LMH6720MAX drive a 75Ω back-terminated load directly?
Yes, LMH6720MAX is explicitly characterized and specified for driving 75Ω back-terminated video loads, delivering 0.02% differential gain and 0.01° differential phase error at 4.43MHz. Its 70mA continuous output current and low output impedance (0.06Ω closed-loop) ensure stable termination without external series resistors - simplifying PCB layout and preserving signal integrity in professional video infrastructure.
What is the thermal resistance (θJA) of LMH6720MAX in SOIC-8 package?
The LMH6720MAX in 8-pin SOIC (D) package has a junction-to-ambient thermal resistance (θJA) of 145°C/W, as confirmed in TI's SNOSA39G datasheet. This value assumes standard JEDEC 2-layer board conditions. For high-power-density layouts, adding a copper pour under the exposed pad (if present) or using thermal vias can reduce effective θJA by 15–25%, improving reliability in sustained 70mA output operation.
LMH6720MAX Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Series:
- VIP10™
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Not For New Designs
- Applications:
- Current Feedback
- Output Type:
- -
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- -3db Bandwidth:
- 400 MHz
- Slew Rate:
- 1800V/µs
- Current - Supply:
- 5.6 mA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 70 mA
- Voltage - Supply, Single/Dual (±):
- 8V ~ 12.5V, ±4V ~ 6.25V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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