SLVSL42C January 2026 – July 2026 OPA2486 , OPA486
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Zero-drift amplifiers such as the OPAx486 use a switching architecture on the inputs to correct for the intrinsic offset and drift of the amplifier. Charge injection from the integrated switches on the inputs can introduce short transients in the input bias current of the amplifier. The extremely short duration of these pulses prevents the pulses from amplifying; however, the pulses can be coupled to the output of the amplifier through the feedback network. Use low value resistors to minimize the input transient effects at the output of the amplifier. Use a low-pass filter, such as an RC network, to minimize any additional noise attributed to the transients. The chopping frequency of the OPAx486 is typically 200kHz. Include a simple low pass, RC filter at the output of the amplifier to attenuate any chopping noise.