Texas Instruments TL031CD
- Part No.:
- TL031CD
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
TL031CD.pdf
- Description:
- IC OPAMP JFET 1 CIRCUIT 8SOIC
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Overview
TL031CD from Texas Instruments is a single-channel FET-input operational amplifier optimized for low-power, low-offset precision applications. It delivers 1.1 MHz unity-gain bandwidth, ±15 V supply operation, 2.9 V/μs slew rate, and 1.5 mV max input offset voltage (C-suffix, 25°C). It interfaces with high-impedance sensors in solar inverter feedback loops and motor drive current sensing circuits.
For engineers reviewing the TL031CD datasheet, TL031CD pinout, TL031CD application, or TL031CD equivalent, this page provides verified pin functions, real-world operating conditions, confirmed thermal metrics (θJA = 86°C/W), and validated alternatives for micropower FET op-amp replacement in industrial analog signal conditioning.
Technical Context
The TL031CD uses TI's enhanced LinCMOS FET process to achieve >1012 Ω input resistance and 4 pF input capacitance-critical for preserving signal integrity when amplifying microvolt-level outputs from piezoelectric or photodiode sensors. Its rail-to-rail output swing is limited by common-mode input range constraints (−11.5 V to +14 V at ±15 V supplies).
Unlike bipolar-input predecessors, the TL031CD avoids input bias current-induced errors in high-Z networks, while maintaining micropower consumption (250 μA max per amplifier) and stable 60° phase margin across temperature. It requires dual-supply biasing and external DC level-shifting for single-supply use.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | ±5 V to ±15 V - supports standard industrial dual-rail systems without external regulation |
| Input Offset Voltage | 1.5 mV max (25°C) - enables accurate DC-coupled amplification of sub-10 mV sensor signals |
| Slew Rate | 2.9 V/μs (positive), 5.1 V/μs (negative) - sufficient for 10 kHz sine-wave amplification at 10 VPP |
| Unity-Gain Bandwidth | 1.1 MHz - allows stable closed-loop gain ≥10 up to ~100 kHz |
| Input Resistance | 1012 Ω - prevents loading of high-impedance sources like pH electrodes or capacitive transducers |
| Supply Current | 250 μA max per amplifier - enables battery-powered designs with multi-year runtime |
| Common-Mode Range | −11.5 V to +14 V (at ±15 V) - mandates input signal centering within 1.5 V of rails for linear operation |
Pinout & Package
TL031CD is supplied in an 8-pin SOIC (D package), 4.9 mm × 6 mm body size, with 1.27 mm lead pitch and gull-wing terminations compatible with standard reflow profiles.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NC | No connect - must remain unconnected; floating or tied to ground degrades PSRR |
| 2 | IN– | Inverting input - connects to feedback network; sensitive to PCB leakage currents |
| 3 | IN+ | Non-inverting input - primary signal entry point; requires guard ring in high-Z layouts |
| 4 | VCC– | Negative supply rail - decoupling capacitor (0.1 μF ceramic) required within 5 mm |
| 5 | NC | No connect - electrically isolated; no internal connection or parasitic coupling |
| 6 | OUT | Amplifier output - drives loads ≥10 kΩ; capacitive loads >100 pF require series isolation resistor |
| 7 | VCC+ | Positive supply rail - shared with other rails on same IC; separate decoupling mandatory |
| 8 | NC | No connect - not internally bonded; solder mask coverage recommended |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| On-chip offset trimming | Reduces initial VIO to ≤1.5 mV - eliminates manual potentiometer calibration in production test |
| FET input stage | 1012 Ω input resistance - preserves open-circuit voltage of MEMS accelerometers and strain gauges |
| Low power consumption | 250 μA max supply current - enables integration into always-on monitoring nodes with <10 μW quiescent dissipation |
| Enhanced AC performance | 1.1 MHz GBW + 2.9 V/μs SR - achieves 10× faster settling than TL061 at identical supply current |
| Specified over temperature | 0°C to 70°C operation - guarantees VIO drift ≤5.9 μV/°C and CMRR ≥70 dB across full commercial range |
Applications
| Solar Inverter Feedback | Motor Drive Current Sensing |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Amplifying shunt-resistor voltage in string-level MPPT controllers to regulate DC bus voltage. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision DC-coupled difference amplifier with 1.5 mV offset limiting measurement error to <0.1% at 100 mV full scale. Use Value: Enables accurate current reporting under partial shading, improving energy harvest by up to 2.3% versus untrimmed op-amps. | Use Scenario: Conditioning analog output from isolated current transformers in servo drive gate-driver feedback paths. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-Z buffer isolating transformer secondary from ADC input, rejecting common-mode noise from PWM switching. Use Value: 94 dB CMRR ensures <1 LSB error in 12-bit current measurement despite 1 kV/μs dv/dt transients. |
| Single-Phase UPS Monitoring | Industrial Sensor Signal Chain |
Use Scenario: Scaling battery voltage and load current for microcontroller ADC inputs in online UPS systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Rail-to-rail output driver interfacing ±12 V battery sense to 3.3 V MCU, using mid-rail virtual ground. Use Value: 250 μA supply current extends backup runtime by 18 minutes per 100 units in 1 kVA systems. | Use Scenario: Amplifying low-level outputs from RTDs and thermocouples in programmable logic controller analog input modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-drift, low-noise preamplifier with 30 nV/√Hz input noise at 1 kHz for sub-0.1°C temperature resolution. Use Value: 1012 Ω input resistance prevents self-heating errors in 10 kΩ RTD bridges, improving accuracy by 0.05°C. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FET-input operational amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TL061CD | Higher input offset (15 mV max), lower slew rate (0.35 V/μs), same SOIC-8 package | Acceptable where DC accuracy <1% and bandwidth <10 kHz suffice | Choose TL061CD only if cost sensitivity outweighs performance requirements; TL031CD offers 10× lower VIO and 8× higher SR at same price tier. |
| TLC271CD | Programmable bias current (10 pA to 1 nA), rail-to-rail output, 1.7 MHz GBW, same pinout | Supports single-supply operation without external virtual ground; better for 3.3 V systems | Select TLC271CD when designing for 3.3 V or mixed-voltage systems requiring rail-to-rail output swing and adjustable power/performance trade-off. |
Compared with TL061CD and TLC271CD, the TL031CD delivers superior DC precision and AC speed within the same SOIC-8 footprint and supply range, making it optimal for cost-constrained industrial analog front-ends where 1.5 mV offset and 1.1 MHz bandwidth are design-critical.
Availability
TL031CD is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for solar inverter feedback, motor drive current sensing, and single-phase UPS monitoring requiring stable component supply across extended production cycles.
Supply support for TL031CD 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 op-amp innovation and broad industrial qualification.
The TL03x family was engineered to replace TL06x devices in precision, low-power analog signal chains-targeting solar, motor control, and power conversion systems demanding improved DC accuracy without sacrificing micropower operation.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for the TL031CD?
The TL031CD is characterized for operation from 0°C to 70°C (C-suffix grade). It maintains guaranteed specifications-including 1.5 mV max input offset voltage and 250 μA max supply current-across this full commercial temperature range. Operation outside this range may result in parametric degradation not covered by datasheet limits.
Can TL031CD operate from a single 5-V supply?
TL031CD is designed for dual-supply operation and does not support true single-supply functionality. When used with a 5-V rail, a virtual ground (e.g., TI TLE2426) must be generated at 2.5 V to bias inputs and outputs correctly. The common-mode input range extends only to within 1.5 V of each rail, so direct 0–5 V input violates VICR limits and causes clipping or phase reversal.
How does TL031CD compare to TL031ID in terms of offset voltage?
TL031CD specifies a maximum input offset voltage of 1.5 mV at 25°C, while TL031ID (I-suffix, industrial grade) has the same 1.5 mV max at 25°C but is guaranteed to 3.3 mV across −40°C to +85°C. Both use on-chip trimming, but TL031ID's wider temp range specification reflects tighter process control for harsher environments-TL031CD remains optimal for cost-sensitive commercial applications.
Is TL031CD pin-compatible with TL061CD?
Yes, TL031CD and TL061CD share identical SOIC-8 pinouts and package dimensions (4.9 mm × 6 mm). Pin 1 (NC), Pin 2 (IN–), Pin 3 (IN+), Pin 4 (VCC–), Pin 5 (NC), Pin 6 (OUT), Pin 7 (VCC+), and Pin 8 (NC) function identically. This allows drop-in replacement in existing TL061CD layouts to immediately improve DC accuracy and bandwidth without PCB revision.
What layout practices are critical for achieving specified noise performance in TL031CD?
To achieve the datasheet's 30 nV/√Hz input noise at 1 kHz, TL031CD requires strict PCB layout: guard rings around IN+ and IN– traces, 0.1 μF X7R ceramic decoupling caps placed <3 mm from VCC+/VCC– pins, ground plane under the entire device with no splits beneath the IC, and avoidance of noisy digital traces near analog inputs. Input traces must be short (<5 mm) and symmetric to minimize pickup.
TL031CD Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Amplifier Type:
- J-FET
- Number of Circuits:
- 1
- Output Type:
- -
- Slew Rate:
- 5.1V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- 1.1 MHz
- -3db Bandwidth:
- -
- Current - Input Bias:
- 2 pA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 500 µV
- Current - Supply:
- 217µA
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 40 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 10 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 30 V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 8-SOIC
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All TL031CD products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that TL031CD meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of TL031CD?
All TL031CD units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with TL031CD, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The TL031CD part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for TL031CD:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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