Texas Instruments LMV358Q3MM/NOPB

Overview

LMV358Q3MM/NOPB from Texas Instruments is a dual, rail-to-rail output operational amplifier optimized for low-voltage (2.7 V to 5.5 V), single-supply operation in automotive and industrial applications. It delivers 1 MHz gain-bandwidth product, 1 V/µs slew rate, 210 µA supply current per amplifier, −0.2 V to 4.0 V input common-mode range (including ground), and rail-to-rail output swing within 10 mV of V+ and 65 mV of V− at 10 kΩ load - enabling precision signal conditioning in battery-powered sensor interfaces and portable control systems.

For engineers reviewing the LMV358Q3MM/NOPB datasheet, LMV358Q3MM/NOPB pinout, LMV358Q3MM/NOPB application, or LMV358Q3MM/NOPB equivalent, key selection considerations include its AEC-Q100 Grade 3 qualification (−40°C to +85°C), VSSOP-8 package footprint, guaranteed 2.7-V operation, absence of crossover distortion, and compatibility with cost-sensitive, space-constrained designs requiring rail-to-rail output drive near ground.

Technical Context

The LMV358Q3MM/NOPB implements a bipolar-input, bipolar-output stage on TI's submicron BiCMOS process, delivering improved noise performance and higher output current drive versus CMOS-only op amps. Its input stage supports common-mode voltage down to −0.2 V (enabling true ground-sensing), while the output stage achieves rail-to-rail swing without crossover distortion across temperature and supply voltage.

This device operates as a dual-channel general-purpose op amp with independent amplifiers sharing only power rails. It requires no external compensation for unity-gain stability with ≤200 pF capacitive loads and maintains ≥60° phase margin under recommended operating conditions (2.7 V–5.5 V, −40°C to +85°C).

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

VSSOP-8 package (3.00 mm × 3.00 mm body, 0.65 mm pitch), thermally enhanced for high-density automotive PCB layouts.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual low-voltage rail-to-rail op amp applications.

Compared with LMV358DR and TSV912IDT, LMV358Q3MM/NOPB uniquely balances AEC-Q100 Grade 3 compliance, VSSOP-8 space efficiency, 210 µA ultra-low quiescent current, and guaranteed 2.7-V operation - making it the only option qualified for production automotive cabin electronics with strict power and footprint constraints.

Availability

LMV358Q3MM/NOPB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive cabin electronics, industrial 4–20 mA receivers, portable medical devices, smart home safety sensors, and battery-powered IoT edge nodes requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.

Supply support for LMV358Q3MM/NOPB 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 and embedded processing technologies, with over 50 years of innovation in high-reliability analog ICs for automotive, industrial, and personal electronics markets.

The LMV3xx-N family was designed specifically for cost-sensitive, low-voltage, space-constrained applications - delivering rail-to-rail output, ground-sensing input, and AEC-Q100 qualification in miniature packages without sacrificing speed-to-power ratio.

FAQ

What is the operating temperature range for LMV358Q3MM/NOPB?

The LMV358Q3MM/NOPB is qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 3, specifying reliable operation from −40°C to +85°C ambient temperature. This range is validated for automotive cabin electronics and industrial environments where extended thermal stability is required without derating. The device maintains all specified electrical parameters - including input offset voltage, gain-bandwidth, and output swing - across this full range.

Does LMV358Q3MM/NOPB support true single-supply operation with input signals at ground?

Yes, LMV358Q3MM/NOPB supports true single-supply operation with input common-mode voltage down to −0.2 V (at 25°C), allowing direct connection to ground-referenced sources such as resistive sensors, current-sense shunts, or DAC outputs. Its input stage includes ground-sensing capability, eliminating the need for level-shifting circuits in 3.3 V or 5 V systems - a key advantage over older LM358 derivatives.

What package type is used for LMV358Q3MM/NOPB, and why is it significant?

LMV358Q3MM/NOPB uses the VSSOP-8 package (3.00 mm × 3.00 mm body, 0.65 mm pitch). This compact, thermally enhanced package reduces PCB area by ~40% versus SOIC-8, enables placement closer to signal sources to minimize noise pickup, and improves thermal resistance (R_θJA = 235°C/W) for sustained operation in high-density automotive modules - directly supporting design goals of miniaturization and reliability.

Is LMV358Q3MM/NOPB pin-compatible with standard LM358 variants?

No, LMV358Q3MM/NOPB is not pin-compatible with through-hole or SOIC-packaged LM358 variants due to its VSSOP-8 footprint and different pin assignment (e.g., V− on pin 2, V+ on pin 8). While electrical behavior is compatible with LM358-family circuits, PCB layout redesign is required. For drop-in replacement in existing SOIC-8 designs, LMV358DR (SOIC-8) is the functionally identical alternative.

How does LMV358Q3MM/NOPB eliminate crossover distortion, and why does it matter?

LMV358Q3MM/NOPB eliminates crossover distortion through its advanced bipolar output stage design, which ensures seamless transition between sourcing and sinking current - unlike legacy LM358 architectures that exhibit zero-crossing glitches. This matters in precision applications like audio preamps, motor current feedback, and comparator hysteresis circuits, where distortion causes measurement errors, audible artifacts, or unstable control loops.