LM2902NS - Quad 26V 1.2MHz Op Amp | Texas Instruments
MPN: LM2902NS ✓ ActiveLM2902NS Overview
An operational amplifier is a high-gain, internally compensated differential-input amplifier used to amplify voltage differences, buffer signals, compare thresholds, and drive feedback networks. The LM2902NS belongs to the operational-amplifier hierarchy, where it is also classified as a general-purpose amplifier, analog amplifier, and linear integrated circuit. Its integrated quad arrangement makes it suitable when four similar amplifier channels are required rather than four separate single or dual packages.
The four internal circuits provide the principal functional advantage of the LM2902NS. A single package can support four independent signal paths, reducing component count and simplifying PCB layout when the same amplifier type is used throughout a subsystem. The 26 V supply rating provides headroom for industrial and automotive-style control environments, while the 1.2 MHz bandwidth supports applications from DC precision amplification to moderate-frequency signal processing.
Texas Instruments identifies the LM2902NS as a standard general-purpose amplifier with four circuits in a 14-SO package. Its 2 mV maximum input offset voltage is relevant when the application compares small sensor voltages against references or develops low-level control signals. Because the four amplifiers are independent, their input and output pins can support separate analog channels rather than requiring a common signal path.
Typical uses include four-channel sensor conditioning, precision threshold comparison, current-loop signal conditioning, industrial process-control interfaces, buffered instrumentation, and general embedded analog signal processing. In each case, the integrated quad topology reduces the number of amplifiers needed while retaining independent channel routing and common package-level supply handling.
PCB design should preserve analog signal integrity by keeping input and output routing short, decoupling the supply pins close to the device, and avoiding current injection beneath the package. Confirm input common-mode range, output swing, supply limits, stability requirements, and channel-specific bandwidth needs against the manufacturer datasheet before finalizing the circuit.
This page combines the Texas Instruments product description, exact-order MPN information, package details, verified source listings, and practical selection guidance. It also distinguishes same-package replacement candidates from broader functional alternatives so engineers can assess footprint compatibility, bandwidth, offset voltage, and supply capability before changing an approved BOM.
Drop-in alternatives for LM2902NS — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with LM2902NS (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Amplifier Type, Gain-Bandwidth Product, Mounting Type.
LM2902-N
✅ Drop-In📋 Reference alternative (not in catalog)
LM2902N
✅ Drop-InContact for price
View Datasheet →LM2902B
✅ Drop-In📋 Reference alternative (not in catalog)
LM2902VN
✅ Drop-InContact for price
View Datasheet →LM2902N
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View Datasheet →LM2902NS Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Amplifier Type | General-purpose operational amplifier |
| Number of Circuits | 4 circuits |
| Maximum Supply Voltage | 26 V |
| Gain-Bandwidth Product | 1.2 MHz |
| Input Offset Voltage | 2 mV maximum |
| Package | 14-SO |
| Number of Pins | 14 pins |
| Mounting Type | Surface mount |
LM2902NS 14-so Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for LM2902NS (14-so package). This analog component features input, output, and power supply pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for offset null, compensation, and enable pin configurations. Ideal for signal conditioning and amplifier circuits.
No detailed pinout data available for LM2902NS.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
LM2902NS is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Sensor Conditioning, Precision Threshold Comparison, Process-Control Analog Front End, Current-Loop Signal Conditioning, Buffered Instrumentation, Embedded Analog Control.
Industrial Sensor Conditioning
The LM2902NS is well suited to conditioning several low-level sensor channels because it combines four independent general-purpose amplifiers with a 1.2 MHz gain-bandwidth product and a 2 mV maximum input offset voltage. Each amplifier can implement a non-inverting or inverting gain stage, a buffer, or an active filter within one 14-SO package. The 26 V supply rating provides useful headroom for industrial systems, while the four-channel integration reduces component count compared with separate amplifiers. The primary design checks are the input common-mode range, output swing, noise gain, and stability at the selected gain.
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Precision Threshold Comparison
Four threshold-comparison functions can be implemented with the LM2902NS when a design requires more than one independent comparator-style amplifier. Its 2 mV maximum input offset specification and 1.2 MHz gain-bandwidth product allow the device to respond to small differences between a sensor signal and a reference. The 26 V supply rating accommodates higher-voltage control systems better than low-voltage rail-to-rail amplifier families. Use clean reference routing and adequate output pull-up or load consideration when the amplifier operates open-loop or with positive feedback for hysteresis.
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Process-Control Analog Front End
The LM2902NS can form the analog front end of a process-control subsystem by providing four independent amplifiers for sensor interfaces, error amplifiers, output drive, and auxiliary buffering. Its 26 V maximum supply rating is suitable for industrial control environments, while the 1.2 MHz bandwidth handles feedback loops and signals well beyond pure DC operation. The quad arrangement simplifies inventory and PCB partitioning when several channels use the same compensation strategy. Validate isolation, grounding, input protection, and output loading separately for each channel rather than treating the four circuits as a single signal path.
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Current-Loop Signal Conditioning
A 4-20 mA or voltage-based current-loop interface can use separate LM2902NS amplifier channels for buffering, scaling, active filtering, and threshold detection. The 1.2 MHz gain-bandwidth product provides more bandwidth than a strictly DC application requires, while the 2 mV maximum offset specification is relevant to the accuracy of a low-level measurement stage. The 14-SO quad package reduces the number of packages required for a multi-channel interface. Confirm the loop-transducer limits, input protection requirements, signal bandwidth, and output current before final circuit selection.
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Buffered Instrumentation
The LM2902NS can buffer multiple instrumentation outputs where high input impedance and stable signal transfer are required. Four channels can support sensor outputs, reference nodes, diagnostic inputs, and actuator feedback while sharing a common 26 V-class supply framework. The 1.2 MHz gain-bandwidth product is suitable for moderate-frequency instrumentation signals, and the 2 mV maximum input offset limits baseline error in low-level measurements. Preserve input balance, minimize parasitic capacitance around sensitive pins, and provide suitable load paths for each buffered output.
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Embedded Analog Control
The LM2902NS is appropriate for embedded analog control functions that require four conventional amplifier channels rather than a specialized rail-to-rail device. Possible uses include motor or valve feedback, actuator control loops, analog monitoring, and auxiliary signal conditioning around a digital controller. Its 26 V supply rating and 1.2 MHz bandwidth provide more operating range than many low-voltage precision amplifiers. Design checks should include transient response, output driving capability, common-mode limits, stability with the selected feedback network, and thermal behavior across all four active channels.
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Recommended Products Summary
Engineering reference data for LM2902NS — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | LM2902-N | LM2902N | LM2902B | LM2902VN | LM2902N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | onsemi | STMicroelectronics |
| Package | 14-SO | 14-SO | 14-SO | 14-SO | 14-SO | 14-SO |
| Number of Amplifiers | 4 circuits | 4 circuits | 4 circuits | 4 circuits | 4 circuits | 4 circuits |
| Functional Description | General-purpose operational amplifier | General-purpose operational amplifier | General-purpose operational amplifier | Next-generation LM2902 family | Quad operational amplifier | Quad general-purpose operational amplifier |
| Drop-In Status | Reference device | Identified by TI as a drop-in replacement | Same-family ordering candidate; confirm suffix | TI states LM2902B can replace LM2902 devices | Same-family cross-brand candidate; datasheet check required | Same-family cross-brand candidate; datasheet check required |
Key Differentiators
- Higher listed gain-bandwidth product than the LM2902-N and LM2902N variants (vs LM2902-N)
- Directly documented same-brand replacement path (vs LM2902-N)
- Quad-channel consolidation for independent analog functions (vs LM2902VN)
Design Notes
Route each LM2902NS amplifier channel with short input and output traces, especially when the feedback network has high impedance. Keep sensitive input nodes away from supply, output, and digital-switching paths. Because the package contains four independent amplifiers, each channel should have its own local return path and decoupling arrangement rather than relying on a shared long ground route.
Place the supply bypass capacitor close to the device supply pins and provide a low-impedance return to the corresponding ground pins. Keep the total supply voltage at or below the 26 V device rating, including transients. The LM2902NS is a general-purpose amplifier rather than a rail-to-rail part, so input and output operating limits must be checked against the actual supply voltage and signal range.
Do not assume that the four amplifier circuits share an input or output. Each channel has independent input and output pins, and using the wrong channel arrangement can create unintended feedback or signal coupling. Confirm the physical orientation, pin numbering, and exposed connections against the manufacturer pin-description table before fabrication or substitution.
Compliance Information
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