Texas Instruments THS4221DGN
- Part No.:
- THS4221DGN
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
THS4221DGN.pdf
- Description:
- IC OPAMP VFB 1 CIRCUIT 8HVSSOP
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Product details
Overview
THS4221DGN from Texas Instruments is a single-channel, rail-to-rail output, high-speed voltage-feedback operational amplifier optimized for low-distortion signal conditioning in data converter interfaces and video systems. It delivers 230 MHz bandwidth (G = 1), 975 V/µs slew rate, −90 dBc HD2 at 5 MHz, ±4.8 V output swing into 2 kΩ, and operates from 3 V to 15 V supply rails.
For engineers reviewing the THS4221DGN datasheet, THS4221DGN pinout, THS4221DGN application, or THS4221DGN equivalent, key selection criteria include its rail-to-rail output drive capability, harmonic distortion performance at video frequencies, thermal behavior in MSOP-PowerPAD packaging, and compatibility with single-supply ADC driver topologies requiring fast settling and minimal gain error.
Technical Context
The THS4221DGN employs a voltage-feedback architecture with a fully differential input stage and a Class-AB rail-to-rail output stage capable of sourcing/sinking ≥100 mA. Its 230 MHz small-signal bandwidth and 975 V/µs slew rate enable accurate reproduction of fast transient signals without slewing-induced distortion.
Designed for wide supply flexibility (3–15 V), it maintains specified AC performance across dual (±1.35 to ±7.5 V) and single-supply (2.7–15 V) configurations. Input common-mode range extends to within 1.1 V of either rail, and output swing reaches within 0.2 V of each rail under light load-critical for maximizing dynamic range in 12-bit+ ADC front-ends.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Small-signal bandwidth | 230 MHz at G = 1 - supports >100 MSPS sampling with adequate closed-loop margin |
| Slew rate | 975 V/µs - enables full-scale step response in <2.6 ns for ±2.5 V output |
| HD2 / HD3 | −90 dBc / −100 dBc at 5 MHz, RL = 499 Ω - preserves SNR in baseband video and IF sampling |
| Rail-to-rail output | ±4.8 V swing into 2 kΩ - maximizes usable output headroom on ±5 V supplies |
| Supply range | 3 V to 15 V single or ±1.35 V to ±7.5 V dual - interoperable with LDOs, battery, and industrial rails |
| Quiescent current | 14 mA per channel - balances speed and power for portable and thermally constrained designs |
| Differential gain/phase | 0.007% / 0.007° at NTSC/PAL - meets broadcast-grade analog video linearity specs |
Pinout & Package
The THS4221DGN is housed in an 8-pin MSOP package with exposed PowerPAD (DGN-8), requiring thermal connection to PCB ground plane for rated power dissipation (1.71 W at TA ≤ 25°C). The PowerPAD improves thermal resistance (ΘJC = 4.7°C/W) and stabilizes junction temperature during sustained high-current output.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (NC) | No internal connection | Unbonded pad; must be left floating or tied to ground per layout best practice |
| 2 (IN−) | Inverting input | High-impedance node (33 MΩ); requires matched trace length and guarding for optimal CMRR |
| 3 (IN+) | Non-inverting input | DC-biased reference point in single-supply configurations; sensitive to capacitive loading |
| 4 (VS−) | Negative supply rail | Return path for internal biasing; must be decoupled with 0.1 µF + 10 µF near package |
| 5 (NC) | No internal connection | Unbonded pad; no electrical function; may be used as thermal relief anchor |
| 6 (VS+) | Positive supply rail | Primary power input; connects to internal charge pumps and output stage drivers |
| 7 (VOUT) | Amplifier output | Capable of driving 499 Ω loads to ±4.7 V; requires series resistor for capacitive load isolation |
| 8 (NC) | No internal connection | Unbonded pad; not connected to die; avoid routing critical signals over this pin area |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Rail-to-rail output swing | Delivers full-scale analog output across entire supply range-enables maximum ADC utilization without level-shifting circuitry |
| Ultra-low harmonic distortion | −100 dBc third-harmonic at 5 MHz ensures clean spectral purity in undersampled IF receivers and composite video paths |
| High output current drive | 100 mA sourcing/sinking capability supports direct driving of 75 Ω video lines or multiple parallel ADC inputs |
| Wide supply voltage range | Operates from 3 V to 15 V-allows reuse across low-voltage portable and high-dynamic-range industrial signal chains |
| Excellent video specifications | 0.007% differential gain and 0.007° phase error meet SMPTE 253M and ITU-R BT.601 compliance thresholds |
Applications
| ADC Driver for High-Speed Data Acquisition | Composite Video Line Driver |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Driving the input of a 12-bit, 100 MSPS pipeline ADC in a medical ultrasound digitizer where signal integrity below −90 dBc THD is required. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Single-ended to differential conversion and gain staging amplifier with sub-25 ns 0.1% settling time. Use Value: Enables full ENOB preservation by maintaining −90 dBc HD2/HD3 at 5 MHz while delivering ±2.5 Vpp into 499 Ω load. | Use Scenario: Buffering and amplifying NTSC/PAL composite video signals before distribution to multiple monitors in broadcast equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Unity-gain video buffer with DC restoration and 75 Ω source termination. Use Value: Achieves 0.007% differential gain and 0.007° phase error-meeting SMPTE RP 168 specification for professional video routing. |
| Active Anti-Aliasing Filter Stage | Low-Voltage Signal Conditioning for Portable Test Equipment |
Use Scenario: Implementing a 5th-order elliptic active filter preceding a 16-bit SAR ADC in automated test equipment operating from ±5 V rails. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-fidelity gain block in filter feedback path with minimal group delay variation. Use Value: 230 MHz bandwidth ensures flat passband response up to 40 MHz (0.1 dB), preserving filter cutoff accuracy and stopband rejection. | Use Scenario: Amplifying sensor outputs (e.g., MEMS accelerometer) in battery-powered handheld oscilloscopes with 3.3 V single supply. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-noise, rail-to-rail I/O amplifier enabling full-scale use of 3.3 V ADC reference. Use Value: Delivers 0.15 V to 3.15 V output swing into 499 Ω at 3.3 V supply-maximizing dynamic range without external level shifters. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-speed op-amp applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPA354AIDBVR | 250 MHz GBW, 150 V/µs slew, 6.5 nV/√Hz input noise - lower speed but lower noise and quiescent current (6.5 mA) | Better suited for low-noise preamplification; less ideal for >50 MSPS ADC driving due to lower slew rate | Select when system prioritizes noise floor over full-power bandwidth and output drive |
| THS4271DR | 1.4 GHz bandwidth, 900 V/µs slew, 3 nV/√Hz noise - higher speed and lower noise, but 20 mA IQ and tighter layout sensitivity | Targeted at RF IF amplification and >200 MSPS sampling; requires stricter decoupling and grounding | Select when >500 MHz small-signal bandwidth and ultra-low noise are mandatory, and thermal budget allows |
Compared with OPA354AIDBVR and THS4271DR, the THS4221DGN occupies a balanced niche: it exceeds OPA354's slew rate and drive strength for demanding ADC interfaces, while offering lower quiescent current and more forgiving layout than THS4271-making it optimal for cost-sensitive, thermally constrained 100-MSPS-class systems.
Availability
THS4221DGN is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for high-speed data acquisition, broadcast video infrastructure, active filtering, and portable instrumentation requiring stable component supply, consistent parametric performance, and long-term manufacturability.
Supply support for THS4221DGN 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 decades of expertise in high-performance op-amps and precision signal chain solutions.
The THS4221DGN belongs to TI's THS422x family of rail-to-rail output, low-distortion, high-speed op-amps engineered specifically for driving high-resolution ADCs, video signal paths, and wideband active filters in industrial, medical, and communications equipment.
FAQ
What is the maximum output current capability of the THS4221DGN?
The THS4221DGN delivers a minimum of ±100 mA output current into 10 Ω loads under ±5 V supply conditions, enabling direct drive of 75 Ω video lines or parallel termination networks. This high drive strength is maintained across the full −40°C to +85°C operating temperature range, with typical values of ±92 mA at 70°C ambient.
Does the THS4221DGN support single-supply operation?
Yes, the THS4221DGN operates from a single 3 V to 15 V supply. At 3.3 V, it provides 0.15 V to 3.15 V output swing into 499 Ω, and at 5 V, it achieves 0.2 V to 4.8 V swing-making it suitable for low-voltage portable instrumentation and battery-powered signal conditioning without level-shifting circuitry.
What thermal considerations apply to the THS4221DGN's MSOP-PowerPAD package?
The THS4221DGN uses an 8-pin MSOP with exposed PowerPAD (DGN-8), which must be soldered to a thermally robust PCB copper plane to achieve rated power dissipation (1.71 W at TA ≤ 25°C). Without proper thermal connection, junction temperature can exceed 125°C-degrading distortion performance and long-term reliability. TI recommends following SLMA002/SLMA004 guidelines for PowerPAD layout.
How does the THS4221DGN perform in video applications like NTSC/PAL?
The THS4221DGN meets broadcast-grade video specifications: 0.007% differential gain and 0.007° differential phase error at NTSC/PAL frequencies with 150 Ω load. Its 40 MHz 0.1 dB flat bandwidth and ultra-low harmonic distortion ensure faithful reproduction of luminance/chrominance components without cross-color or cross-luminance artifacts.
Is the THS4221DGN pin-compatible with other devices in the THS422x family?
No-the THS4221DGN (single, non-power-down) uses a DGN-8 pinout with NC pins at positions 1, 5, and 8, whereas THS4225DGN (power-down variant) substitutes pin 5 with PD and pin 1 with REF. Direct substitution requires schematic and layout revision; THS4221DGN is not a drop-in replacement for THS4225DGN or dual-channel THS4222DGN.
THS4221DGN Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width) Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Amplifier Type:
- Voltage Feedback
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Output Type:
- Rail-to-Rail
- Slew Rate:
- 990V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- 120 MHz
- -3db Bandwidth:
- 230 MHz
- Current - Input Bias:
- 900 nA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 3 mV
- Current - Supply:
- 14mA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 100 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 2.7 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 15 V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-HVSSOP
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