STMicroelectronics MC33078D
- Part No.:
- MC33078D
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
MC33078D.pdf
- Description:
- IC OPAMP GP 2 CIRCUIT 8SOIC
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Product details
Overview
MC33078D from STMicroelectronics is a low-noise dual operational amplifier in SO-8 package, designed for high-fidelity audio signal conditioning with 4.5 nV/√Hz input voltage noise, 15 MHz gain bandwidth product, and 7 V/µs slew rate. It delivers symmetrical ±14.3 V output swing into 2 kΩ at ±15 V supply and supports industrial temperature range (–40 °C to +125 °C).
For engineers reviewing the MC33078D datasheet, MC33078D pinout, MC33078D application, or MC33078D equivalent, this page provides verified pin functions, real-world audio and instrumentation use cases, confirmed alternative op-amps with documented electrical differences, and supply-chain support for volume procurement and BOM continuity.
Technical Context
The MC33078D integrates two independent high-slew-rate amplifiers on a single monolithic die, each featuring bipolar input stage with 250–800 nA input bias current and 175 kΩ input resistance. Its internal compensation ensures stable unity-gain operation with ≥30° phase margin at 100 pF load.
It operates from dual supplies of ±2.5 V to ±15 V, supports rail-to-rail input common-mode range up to ±14 V, and maintains 0.002% THD across 20 Hz–20 kHz at 3 VRMS output - critical for low-distortion preamplifier and active filter stages.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Noise density | 4.5 nV/√Hz at 1 kHz - enables high-SNR analog front-ends in microphone preamps and sensor interfaces |
| Gain bandwidth | 15 MHz - supports stable closed-loop gain ≥10 at 1 MHz for active crossover networks |
| Slew rate | 7 V/µs - preserves transient fidelity in 20 kHz full-scale audio signals without slew-induced distortion |
| Input offset voltage | 0.15–3 mV - minimizes DC error in precision DC-coupled instrumentation amplifiers |
| Output swing | ±14.3 V / ±14.6 V (±15 V supply, RL = 2 kΩ) - delivers >28 VPP headroom for line-level audio drivers |
| THD | 0.002% (20 Hz–20 kHz, 3 VRMS) - meets Hi-Fi grade distortion requirements without post-filtering |
| CMRR | 80–100 dB - rejects power-supply and ground-bounce interference in mixed-signal PCB layouts |
Pinout & Package
MC33078D uses an SO-8 (small outline integrated circuit, 8-pin) plastic micropackage with 1.27 mm pitch, 4.9 mm × 6.0 mm body, and exposed pad not connected internally. Thermal resistance is RthJA = 125 °C/W (typical).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inverting input (Amplifier 1) | Differential node for negative feedback configuration; accepts DC-coupled or AC-coupled signal sources |
| 2 | Non-inverting input (Amplifier 1) | Reference node for single-ended input; common-mode range extends to ±14 V with ±15 V supply |
| 3 | Output (Amplifier 1) | Class-AB output stage capable of sourcing/sinking ≥29 mA; drives 600 Ω loads directly |
| 4 | Positive supply (VCC+) | Connects to +VCC; must be decoupled with ≥100 nF ceramic capacitor near pin |
| 5 | Negative supply (VCC−) | Connects to –VCC; requires separate low-impedance return path to minimize ground bounce |
| 6 | Output (Amplifier 2) | Independent output with identical drive capability and noise performance as Pin 3 |
| 7 | Inverting input (Amplifier 2) | Matches Pin 1 function; allows dual-channel parallel or cascaded configurations |
| 8 | Non-inverting input (Amplifier 2) | Matches Pin 2 function; supports stereo preamp or differential receiver topologies |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Low-noise bipolar input stage | 4.5 nV/√Hz input voltage noise enables <1 µV RMS integrated noise in 20 kHz bandwidth |
| High slew rate with low distortion | 7 V/µs slew rate combined with 0.002% THD ensures clean transient response in audio buffers |
| Large symmetrical output swing | ±14.3 V output into 2 kΩ preserves dynamic range in ±15 V systems without clipping |
| ESD protection | 2 kV HBM rating allows safe handling during PCB assembly and bench testing |
| Macromodel availability | SPICE-compatible behavioral model included for accurate AC, transient, and stability simulation |
Applications
| Audio Pre-amplifier | Active Filter Stage |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Low-noise gain stage before ADC in professional audio interface IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-channel voltage amplifier with DC-coupled inputs and buffered outputs Use Value: 4.5 nV/√Hz noise floor and 0.002% THD preserve 24-bit SNR integrity across full audio band |
Use Scenario: 4th-order Butterworth low-pass filter at 100 kHz in data acquisition front-end IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual op-amp implementing cascaded Sallen-Key topology Use Value: 15 MHz GBP and 7 V/µs slew rate ensure flat group delay and minimal phase distortion up to cutoff |
| Instrumentation Signal Conditioning | DC-Coupled Sensor Interface |
|
Use Scenario: Precision differential-to-single-ended conversion for bridge-based pressure sensor IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: First-stage amplifier in 3-op-amp instrumentation amplifier configuration Use Value: 0.15 mV max input offset and 80–100 dB CMRR reject common-mode noise from long sensor cables |
Use Scenario: Low-drift transimpedance amplifier for photodiode current measurement IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Inverting amplifier with 1 MΩ feedback resistor and 10 pF compensation Use Value: 250–800 nA input bias current minimizes offset error when paired with high-impedance photodiodes |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual low-noise operational amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| NE5532DR | Higher input bias current (300–800 nA vs. 250–750 nA), lower GBP (10 MHz), same noise (5 nV/√Hz) | Less suitable for high-Z sensor interfaces; widely used in legacy audio gear | Prefer MC33078D for new designs requiring >12 MHz bandwidth or tighter offset drift (2 µV/°C) |
| OPA2134PA | FET-input (2 pA Iib), lower noise (8 nV/√Hz), higher cost, SO-8 package | Better for ultra-high-impedance sources but sacrifices voltage noise performance | Select OPA2134PA only when input bias current <10 pA is mandatory; otherwise MC33078D offers superior noise/bandwidth trade-off |
Compared with NE5532DR and OPA2134PA, the MC33078D uniquely balances 4.5 nV/√Hz noise, 15 MHz bandwidth, and industrial temperature rating in cost-sensitive SO-8 packaging - making it optimal for new audio and test equipment designs where thermal robustness and wide supply range (±2.5 V to ±15 V) are required.
Availability
MC33078D is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for professional audio interfaces, industrial data acquisition systems, and automotive infotainment signal chains requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for MC33078D 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
STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, delivering silicon solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer markets since 1987.
The MC33078 belongs to ST's precision analog op-amp portfolio, engineered specifically for low-noise, high-bandwidth signal conditioning in audio, instrumentation, and industrial control systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum supply voltage for MC33078D?
The absolute maximum supply voltage is ±18 V or +36 V total, but the recommended operating range is ±2.5 V to ±15 V per the datasheet. Operation beyond ±15 V risks exceeding junction temperature limits under load and degrades long-term reliability; sustained use at ±18 V is not advised without derating output current and verifying thermal design.
Does MC33078D support single-supply operation?
No - the MC33078D is a dual-supply op-amp with symmetrical input common-mode and output swing specifications referenced to split rails. Its input stage does not operate down to the negative rail, and output cannot swing within 1.5 V of either supply. For true single-supply applications, consider ST's TS912 or TSV912 series.
How does the MC33078D's noise performance compare to NE5532?
The MC33078D specifies 4.5 nV/√Hz input voltage noise at 1 kHz, matching the NE5532's typical 5 nV/√Hz. However, MC33078D achieves this with lower distortion (0.002% vs. 0.003%) and higher gain bandwidth (15 MHz vs. 10 MHz), giving it superior small-signal fidelity and bandwidth headroom in high-gain audio stages.
Is the MC33078D pin-compatible with other dual op-amps in SO-8?
Yes - MC33078D follows standard SO-8 dual op-amp pinout (1: –IN1, 2: +IN1, 3: OUT1, 4: V+, 5: V–, 6: OUT2, 7: –IN2, 8: +IN2), matching industry conventions used by NE5532, LM833N, and OPA2134. This enables direct replacement in existing layouts without PCB revision, provided supply and loading conditions remain within spec.
MC33078D Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Active
- Amplifier Type:
- General Purpose
- Number of Circuits:
- 2
- Output Type:
- -
- Slew Rate:
- 7V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- 15 MHz
- -3db Bandwidth:
- -
- Current - Input Bias:
- 250 nA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 150 µV
- Current - Supply:
- 4mA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 37 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 5 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 30 V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- AEC-Q100
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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