NE5532AP - Dual Low-Noise Op Amp, 10MHz, 8-PDIP | Texas Instruments
MPN: NE5532AP ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.12 | $1.12 |
| 10 | $0.95 | $9.50 |
| 100 | $0.78 | $78.00 |
| 500 | $0.62 | $310.00 |
| 1,000 | $0.49 | $490.00 |
NE5532AP Overview
An operational amplifier (op-amp) is a DC-coupled high-gain electronic voltage amplifier with differential inputs and, usually, a single-ended output. Within the broader taxonomy, an op-amp belongs to the linear IC family -> amplifier ICs -> analog signal conditioning -> semiconductor. Low-noise audio-grade op-amps such as the NE5532 are designed to add minimal hiss and distortion when placed in the signal path of pre-amplifiers, mixers, equalizers, and line drivers, distinguishing them from general-purpose op-amps (e.g., TL072) that trade noise performance for cost or bandwidth.
Key differentiating features of the NE5532AP include: 5 nV/√Hz equivalent input noise voltage (typ. at 1 kHz), 32 V peak-to-peak output swing with ±18 V supplies into 600 ohm, input protection diodes, output short-circuit protection, and a high slew rate that enables clean transient response in fast audio signals. The 8-PDIP package simplifies prototyping on breadboards and through-hole production boards, and is widely accepted in long-lifecycle industrial products where socketing and field replacement are valued.
Architecturally, the NE5532 uses a bipolar transistor input stage and a class AB output stage. The bipolar front-end delivers the low voltage noise and high DC gain that JFET-input op-amps cannot match, at the cost of higher input bias current (which is acceptable in audio-coupling networks with series capacitors). The 600 ohm drive capability means the NE5532AP can directly feed pro-audio line inputs without an additional buffer.
Typical applications include studio-quality microphone pre-amplifiers, mixing consoles, equalizer and crossover filter boards, audio DAC output buffers, headphone amplifiers, and instrumentation front-ends. The wide supply range also allows use in industrial control signal conditioning where dual rails are already present.
When designing with the NE5532AP, observe the input common-mode range: the inputs must stay within the supply rails, and large differential voltages should be limited by external series resistance to avoid damaging the input-protection structures. Decouple both supply pins with 100 nF ceramics placed within 10 mm of the device.
This page consolidates distributor pricing, drop-in DIP-8 alternatives, and practical audio design notes - information not assembled in the manufacturer datasheet alone - to support BOM decisions for new designs and legacy maintenance.
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NE5532AP Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Part Number | NE5532AP |
| Amplifier Type | Low-Noise Operational Amplifier |
| Number of Channels | 2 (Dual) |
| Package / Case | 8-PDIP (through-hole, 2.54 mm pitch) |
| Supply Voltage (Dual) | ±5 V to ±15 V (max ±18 V) |
| Unity-Gain Bandwidth | 10 MHz (typ.) |
| Equivalent Input Noise Voltage | 5 nV/√Hz (typ. at 1 kHz) |
| Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR) | 100 dB (typ.) |
| DC Voltage Gain | 100 V/mV (typ., 100 dB) |
| Peak-to-Peak Output Swing | 32 V typ. (VCC± = ±18 V, RL = 600 ohm) |
| Output Drive | 600 ohm loads (typ.) |
| Input Protection | Input-protection diodes |
| Output Protection | Output short-circuit protection |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 °C to +70 °C (NE5532x commercial) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole (PDIP) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant (Pb-free) |
NE5532AP Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | OUTPUT A — Channel A amplifier output |
| Pin 2 | INVERTING INPUT A — Channel A inverting input |
| Pin 3 | NON-INVERTING INPUT A — Channel A non-inverting input |
| Pin 4 | VCC- — Negative supply voltage |
| Pin 5 | NON-INVERTING INPUT B — Channel B non-inverting input |
| Pin 6 | INVERTING INPUT B — Channel B inverting input |
| Pin 7 | OUTPUT B — Channel B amplifier output |
| Pin 8 | VCC+ — Positive supply voltage |
Typical Applications
NE5532AP is suitable for 6 applications: Studio-Quality Microphone Pre-Amplifier, Mixing Console Line Input / Summing Amplifier, Active Crossover / Subwoofer Filter, Audio DAC Output I/V Buffer, RIAA Phono Pre-Amplifier for Turntables, Industrial Instrumentation Signal Conditioning.
Studio-Quality Microphone Pre-Amplifier
The NE5532AP is well suited as the gain stage in a studio microphone pre-amplifier thanks to its 5 nV/√Hz equivalent input noise voltage and 100 dB CMRR, which together keep the self-noise floor well below the thermal noise of typical 150 ohm microphone sources. The 10 MHz unity-gain bandwidth supports flat response to 200 kHz at moderate gains (≤10x) before the gain-bandwidth product rolls off the audio band. Designers typically configure the two internal op-amps as a discrete input stage plus an active servo, with 100 nF ceramic decoupling on each VCC pin within 10 mm of the package. The 600 ohm drive capability means the NE5532AP can feed a downstream ADC driver or line-output stage without an additional buffer, simplifying the signal chain in a portable recording interface.
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Mixing Console Line Input / Summing Amplifier
In analog mixing consoles, the NE5532AP is deployed as both a balanced line-input receiver and an inline summing node because its 100 V/mV DC gain and 100 dB CMRR reject common-mode hum picked up by long cable runs. The 600 ohm output drive allows the part to feed multiple downstream bus stages without buffering, which is critical in consoles with 8-16 parallel summing resistors per bus. Its 32 V peak-to-peak swing on ±18 V supplies preserves headroom on mixing bus outputs feeding professional +4 dBu line stages. Designers should bias the non-inverting input at mid-supply (virtual ground) and place 100 nF ceramics on both supply rails to keep ripple out of the audio path.
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Active Crossover / Subwoofer Filter
The NE5532AP is widely used as the active filter op-amp in two-way and three-way speaker crossovers and subwoofer low-pass filters, where its 10 MHz bandwidth and high slew rate preserve the sharp transitions required for Linkwitz-Riley 24 dB/oct topologies at 80-200 Hz crossover points. The 5 nV/√Hz noise ensures the filter does not add audible hiss to the woofer channel, and the 600 ohm drive allows direct connection to the power-amplifier input without an additional buffer. The two op-amps inside the NE5532AP can implement both the low-pass and high-pass sections of a two-way crossover, halving the BOM compared to single-channel alternatives. Designers must observe the 5 mA output short-circuit limit when driving capacitive cables to the power amp.
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Audio DAC Output I/V Buffer
In I/V converter stages following current-output audio DACs (e.g., PCM5102, ES9023), the NE5532AP converts the DAC output current into a low-impedance voltage with minimal added noise and distortion. The 5 nV/√Hz input noise contributes only ~0.5 µV of hiss to a 2 Vrms line-level output, and the 100 V/mV DC gain keeps DC offset low enough for AC-coupled downstream stages. The dual-channel package matches the stereo nature of audio DACs, so one NE5532AP handles both left and right channels with a single part per board. For 32-bit / 768 kHz DACs, designers may prefer the LM4562OP (higher BW) but the NE5532AP remains adequate for 24-bit / 192 kHz designs.
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RIAA Phono Pre-Amplifier for Turntables
The NE5532AP is a classic choice for moving-magnet (MM) phono pre-amplifiers where its low 5 nV/√Hz input noise voltage does not add hiss to the already-quiet MM cartridge output, and its high 100 dB CMRR rejects 50/60 Hz mains-borne hum induced into the turntable ground loop. Its dual op-amp configuration supports the standard RIAA topology: one channel for the EQ gain stage and the second for the flat gain output buffer, often jumper-configurable for moving-coil (MC) head amps. The through-hole PDIP package is preferred by audiophile DIY builders who want easy socketing for op-amp rolling experiments. Designers should use polypropylene capacitors in the RIAA network to maintain the tight tolerance required.
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Industrial Instrumentation Signal Conditioning
In industrial instrumentation, the NE5532AP is used as a differential amplifier front-end for strain-gauge bridges and thermocouple amplifiers where its 100 dB CMRR rejects common-mode noise from 50/60 Hz mains pickup and its 5 nV/√Hz input noise keeps the system noise floor below the sensor's own thermal noise. The ±5 V to ±15 V dual supply range matches the ±12 V or ±15 V rails typical of industrial PLC backplanes and process-control boards. The 8-PDIP package is preferred in long-lifecycle industrial products where through-hole socketing supports 20-year field service. The 600 ohm drive lets the NE5532AP feed 4-20 mA loop drivers or 0-10 V analog outputs directly, eliminating an extra buffer stage.
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Engineering reference data for NE5532AP — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | SA5532AP | NE5532P | LM4562NA/NOPB | OPA2134PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Package | 8-PDIP (through-hole) | 8-PDIP - same | 8-PDIP - same | 8-PDIP - same | 8-PDIP - same |
| Channels | 2 (Dual) | 2 (Dual) | 2 (Dual) | 2 (Dual) | 2 (Dual) |
| Equivalent Input Noise Voltage | 5 nV/√Hz (1 kHz typ.) | 5 nV/√Hz | 5 nV/√Hz | 2.7 nV/√Hz (better) | 8 nV/√Hz |
| Unity-Gain Bandwidth | 10 MHz | 10 MHz | 10 MHz | 20 MHz | 8 MHz |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 °C to +70 °C (commercial) | -40 °C to +85 °C (industrial) | 0 °C to +70 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Output Drive | 600 ohm (typ.) | 600 ohm | 600 ohm | 600 ohm | 600 ohm |
| Approx. Unit Price (qty 100, USD) | $0.78 | $0.85 | $0.70 | $2.20 | $5.40 |
Key Differentiators
- Industry-standard low-noise audio op-amp with 5 nV/√Hz input noise (vs TL072)
- Pin-compatible upgrade path to lower-noise LM4562 in same 8-PDIP (vs LM4562NA/NOPB)
- 600 ohm drive directly from the output (vs TL072)
Design Notes
Decouple both VCC+ (pin 8) and VCC- (pin 4) of the NE5532AP with 100 nF ceramic capacitors placed within 10 mm of the package pins. For dual-rail ±15 V designs, add a 10 µF electrolytic or tantalum bulk capacitor on each rail to prevent supply sag during output drive peaks. According to TI datasheet SLOS070, the NE5532 draws ~6 mA per channel quiescent current, so the supply must be sized to handle the quiescent load plus peak output current into 600 ohm (≈26 mA per channel at full-scale swing).
The NE5532AP in 8-PDIP has a theta_JA of approximately 100 °C/W; at typical ±15 V supplies and moderate output drive, the part dissipates <300 mW so thermal rise is negligible. However, when driving sustained high-power signals into low-impedance loads, the output stage can approach 500 mW - verify the junction temperature stays below 150 °C. The PDIP package's leads provide good heat conduction to copper pours, so flooding the top and bottom copper around the part further reduces thermal resistance.
Do not exceed the input common-mode range - on ±5 V rails the inputs must stay within ±3 V; on ±15 V rails the inputs can swing within ±13 V. The NE5532AP has input protection diodes that clamp over-driven inputs; place a 1 kΩ series resistor at each input if the source can exceed the rails. Also avoid capacitive loads >1000 pF directly at the output without a series isolation resistor, as the NE5532 output stage can oscillate with heavy capacitive loading.
For audio pre-amp layouts, keep the input traces short and routed away from the output traces to minimize distortion from feedback-loop pickup. Use a ground plane on the bottom layer and place the NE5532AP inputs over an unbroken ground pour. According to TI datasheet SLOS070 typical application diagrams, the feedback network resistor should be placed close to the inverting input pin to minimize stray capacitance that degrades phase margin.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per TI product page; commercial temperature grade only (0 to +70 °C); use SA5532 family for industrial temperature. AEC-Q100 qualification is NOT applicable to the NE5532AP because it is a commercial-grade op-amp not marketed for automotive use.
