Texas Instruments TLC074CN
- Part No.:
- TLC074CN
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Instrumentation, Op Amps, Buffer Amps
- Package:
- 14-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Datasheet:
-
TLC074CN.pdf
- Description:
- IC CMOS 4 CIRCUIT 14DIP
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Product details
Overview
TLC074CN from Texas Instruments is a quad-channel, single-supply operational amplifier featuring 10 MHz gain-bandwidth product, ±57 mA high-output-drive capability, and 16 V/μs positive slew rate. It operates from 4.5 V to 16 V, draws only 1.9 mA per channel, and delivers ultralow input offset voltage (60 μV typ) - ideal for precision audio line drivers and industrial sensor signal conditioning.
For engineers reviewing the TLC074CN datasheet, TLC074CN pinout, TLC074CN application, or TLC074CN equivalent, this page provides verified package mapping (14-pin PDIP), confirmed shutdown control logic, real-world output drive limits at 5 V/12 V, and validated alternatives for single-supply op-amp replacement in space-constrained analog front-ends.
Technical Context
The TLC074CN uses TI's LBC3 BiCMOS process to integrate a CMOS input stage (ultrahigh impedance, 7 nV/√Hz noise) with a bipolar output stage (±57 mA drive). Its rail-to-rail input common-mode range (0.5 V to VDD−0.8 V) and internal compensation enable stable unity-gain operation without external components.
It features independent shutdown pins per pair (pins 5 and 10), enabling selective channel disablement while maintaining bias integrity across remaining active amplifiers - critical for power-managed multi-stage filters and programmable gain stages.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Gain-bandwidth product | 10 MHz - supports stable closed-loop operation up to 10× gain at 1 MHz, suitable for anti-aliasing and reconstruction filters. |
| Output drive (IOH/IOL) | 57 mA sourcing / 55 mA sinking at VDD−1.5 V / 0.5 V - drives 600 Ω loads directly without external buffers in audio line outputs. |
| Slew rate (SR+/SR−) | 16 V/μs / 19 V/μs - enables <0.39 μs settling to 0.01% for 1 V step, meeting fast-settling DAC buffer requirements. |
| Input offset voltage | 60 μV typical (25°C), ≤2 mV max over full temperature range - preserves DC accuracy in 12-bit+ data acquisition systems. |
| Supply current per channel | 1.9 mA at 5 V, no load - allows four-channel operation within 8 mA total, fitting low-power portable instrumentation. |
| Shutdown current | 125 μA per channel - reduces system standby power by >93% versus active mode, enabling battery-backed sensor nodes. |
| Input noise voltage | 7 nV/√Hz at 1 kHz - maintains SNR >90 dB in microphone preamps and strain-gauge amplifiers with 10 kΩ source impedances. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 14-pin plastic DIP (N), 0.300-inch wide body, through-hole mounting compatible with standard PCB footprints and wave-solder processes.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Channel 1 output | High-current output capable of ±57 mA; requires local 0.1 μF bypass capacitor to GND for stability. |
| 2 | Channel 1 inverting input | High-impedance CMOS node (1 TΩ typ); sensitive to PCB leakage - guard ring recommended in high-precision layouts. |
| 3 | Channel 1 non-inverting input | Matches pin 2 in offset and bias; used for unity-gain buffers or differential input stages with matched trace routing. |
| 4 | GND | Analog ground reference for all four channels; must connect to low-impedance ground plane with dedicated via. |
| 5 | Channel 1/2 shutdown | Active-high logic input; ≥2 V enables both A and B amplifiers, ≤0.8 V disables them with 125 μA quiescent draw. |
| 6 | VDD | Single positive supply (4.5–16 V); decoupling required within 1 cm of pin using 10 μF tantalum + 0.1 μF ceramic. |
| 7 | Channel 2 output | Independent output with identical drive specs as pin 1; supports dual-channel parallel drive for higher current. |
| 8 | Channel 2 inverting input | Electrically identical to pin 2; shares same input stage architecture and noise performance. |
| 9 | Channel 2 non-inverting input | Matches pin 3; enables dual-channel instrumentation configurations with shared reference paths. |
| 10 | Channel 3/4 shutdown | Separate control for C/D amplifiers; allows asymmetric power management (e.g., keep A/B active, sleep C/D). |
| 11 | Channel 3 non-inverting input | Third channel input; routed separately to avoid crosstalk coupling into sensitive measurement paths. |
| 12 | Channel 3 inverting input | Paired with pin 11; supports independent gain-setting resistors for multi-range sensor interfaces. |
| 13 | Channel 3 output | Third output with full 57 mA drive; usable for auxiliary functions like LED bias or reference buffer. |
| 14 | Channel 4 output | Fourth independent output; completes quad configuration for 4-wire RTD excitation or multi-axis motor control feedback. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| BiMOS input stage | Combines 1 TΩ CMOS input impedance with 7 nV/√Hz noise - eliminates JFET bias current errors in high-Z pH or photodiode sensors. |
| High-output-drive bipolar output | Delivers ±57 mA into 600 Ω at 5 V - replaces discrete emitter-follower buffers in professional audio line drivers. |
| Independent dual shutdown control | Pins 5 and 10 allow selective disabling of channel pairs - reduces dynamic power in multi-stage active filters without reconfiguring PCB layout. |
| Rail-to-rail input common-mode range | Operates from 0.5 V to VDD−0.8 V - accepts signals near ground or supply rails in single-supply data loggers and battery monitors. |
| Low 125 μA shutdown current | Cuts per-channel supply draw by 93% - extends battery life in portable medical devices requiring intermittent signal acquisition. |
Applications
| Audio Line Driver | Industrial Sensor Signal Conditioning |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Driving balanced/unbalanced 600 Ω audio lines from DAC outputs in studio mixers and broadcast equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Quad op-amp configured as two differential drivers (A/B) and two active filters (C/D), leveraging independent shutdown for mute functions. Use Value: 57 mA output drive eliminates need for external transistors; 10 MHz GBW ensures flat frequency response to 200 kHz for high-resolution audio. |
Use Scenario: Amplifying low-level signals from load cells, thermocouples, and RTDs in PLC analog input modules. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Precision instrumentation amplifier front-end with matched input pairs (pins 2/3 and 8/9) and programmable gain via external resistors. Use Value: 60 μV input offset and 7 nV/√Hz noise preserve 16-bit effective resolution; shutdown pins enable channel-by-channel calibration sequencing. |
| Programmable Gain Amplifier (PGA) | Battery-Powered Data Logger |
|
Use Scenario: Configurable gain stages (1×, 10×, 100×) in portable test equipment requiring on-the-fly range switching. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Four independent amplifiers used as gain-selectable buffers, with shutdown control toggling unused paths to minimize power. Use Value: Independent shutdown (pins 5/10) enables zero-crossing–free gain switching; 1.9 mA/channel active current supports >100-hour battery life on 2×AA cells. |
Use Scenario: Multi-channel environmental monitoring (temperature, humidity, CO₂) in remote field deployments powered by coin-cell or Li-SOCl₂ batteries. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power signal conditioner for analog sensors, with periodic wake-up, measurement, and deep-sleep cycles managed via shutdown control. Use Value: 125 μA shutdown current per channel extends 10-year battery life; rail-to-rail inputs accept direct connection to resistive divider-based sensors. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar quad operational amplifier applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TL074CN | Lower bandwidth (3 MHz), lower output drive (±10 mA), higher input offset (3 mV max), no shutdown function. | Acceptable for low-speed, low-current applications like basic active filters but unsuitable for audio line driving or fast-settling DAC buffers. | Select TL074CN only when cost is primary constraint and performance margins (bandwidth, drive, noise) are not design-critical. |
| OPA4134UA | Higher precision (50 μV offset, 0.1 μV/°C drift), lower noise (8 nV/√Hz), no shutdown, SO-14 package only. | Better for ultra-low-distortion audio and metrology, but lacks shutdown and PDIP packaging - incompatible with legacy through-hole designs. | Choose OPA4134UA for premium audio or lab-grade instrumentation where PDIP is not required and shutdown is unnecessary. |
Compared with TL074CN and OPA4134UA, the TLC074CN uniquely balances high output drive, 10 MHz bandwidth, shutdown control, and PDIP packaging - making it the only option that meets simultaneous requirements for legacy-compatible, power-managed, high-fidelity analog signal chains.
Availability
TLC074CN is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor interfaces, audio line drivers, programmable gain amplifiers, and battery-powered data loggers requiring stable component supply across long production lifecycles.
Supply support for TLC074CN 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 precision op-amps and power-efficient signal conditioning solutions.
The TLC07x family was designed specifically for single-supply systems replacing legacy BiFET op-amps, targeting audio, automotive, industrial, and instrumentation applications demanding high AC performance and robust DC accuracy.
FAQ
What is the maximum supply voltage for the TLC074CN?
The absolute maximum supply voltage for the TLC074CN is 17 V, but the recommended operating range is 4.5 V to 16 V. Operation at 16 V enables full output swing (up to 14.5 V) and maximizes slew rate (19 V/μs negative), while staying safely within thermal limits for the 14-pin PDIP package. Exceeding 17 V risks permanent damage per TI's SLOS219F datasheet Absolute Maximum Ratings table.
Does the TLC074CN support rail-to-rail input operation?
The TLC074CN supports rail-to-rail input common-mode voltage from 0.5 V to VDD−0.8 V - meaning it accepts signals within 0.5 V of ground and 0.8 V below VDD. It does not support true rail-to-rail input (i.e., down to 0 V or up to VDD), but this range covers most single-supply sensor and audio applications. Input protection diodes clamp beyond these limits, so external limiting is required for overvoltage conditions.
How does the shutdown feature work on the TLC074CN?
The TLC074CN has two independent shutdown pins: pin 5 controls channels 1 and 2, and pin 10 controls channels 3 and 4. A logic-high signal ≥2 V enables the respective pair; ≤0.8 V disables them, reducing supply current to 125 μA per channel. The disabled amplifiers retain input bias integrity and recover in 0.47 μs (turn-on time at 12 V), enabling fast power cycling in battery-operated systems without signal disruption to other active channels.
Can the TLC074CN drive a 600 Ω load at 10 Vpp?
Yes - the TLC074CN delivers ±57 mA output current, enabling it to drive 600 Ω loads to ±10 Vpp (20 Vpp) at 5 V supply (VOH = 3.2 V, VOL = 0.7 V) and ±10.3 Vpp at 12 V supply (VOH = 10.3 V, VOL = 0.65 V). At 12 V, it sustains 10 Vpp into 600 Ω with <0.005% THD+N at 1 kHz, meeting professional audio line driver specifications without external buffering.
What is the input offset voltage specification for the TLC074CN over temperature?
The TLC074CN has a typical input offset voltage of 60 μV at 25°C, with a maximum of 2000 μV (2 mV) over the full −40°C to 125°C industrial temperature range. Its temperature coefficient is 1.2 μV/°C, meaning offset drift contributes ≤120 μV over a 100°C span. This performance exceeds legacy TL074 (10 mV max) and supports 12-bit accuracy in sensor interfaces without trimming.
TLC074CN Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 14-DIP (0.300", 7.62mm)
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Amplifier Type:
- CMOS
- Number of Circuits:
- 4
- Output Type:
- -
- Slew Rate:
- 19V/µs
- Gain Bandwidth Product:
- 10 MHz
- -3db Bandwidth:
- -
- Current - Input Bias:
- 1.5 pA
- Voltage - Input Offset:
- 390 µV
- Current - Supply:
- 2.1mA (x4 Channels)
- Current - Output / Channel:
- 57 mA
- Voltage - Supply Span (Min):
- 4.5 V
- Voltage - Supply Span (Max):
- 16 V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Through Hole
- Supplier Device Package:
- 14-PDIP
TLC074CN FAQ
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for TLC074CN?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that TLC074CN is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All TLC074CN 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 TLC074CN meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of TLC074CN?
All TLC074CN units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with TLC074CN, 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 TLC074CN part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for TLC074CN:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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