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Audio input type Analog Input Architecture Class-AB Speaker channels (max) Mono Control interface Hardware Output power (W) 5 Power stage supply (max) (V) 26 Power stage supply (min) (V) 12 THD + N at 1 kHz (%) 0.25 Load (min) (Ω) 4 Analog supply voltage (min) (V) 12 Analog supply voltage (max) (V) 26 Rating Catalog Operating temperature range (°C) 0 to 70
Audio input type Analog Input Architecture Class-AB Speaker channels (max) Mono Control interface Hardware Output power (W) 5 Power stage supply (max) (V) 26 Power stage supply (min) (V) 12 THD + N at 1 kHz (%) 0.25 Load (min) (Ω) 4 Analog supply voltage (min) (V) 12 Analog supply voltage (max) (V) 26 Rating Catalog Operating temperature range (°C) 0 to 70
PDIP (N) 14 181.42 mm² (19.3 mm × 9.4 mm)
  • Wide Supply Voltage Range: 12V to 26V
  • Low Quiescent Power Drain
  • Voltage Gain Fixed at 50
  • High Peak Current Capability: 1.3A
  • Input Referenced to GND
  • High Input Impedance: 150kΩ
  • Low Distortion: 0.25% (PO=4W, RL=8Ω)
  • Quiescent Output Voltage is at One Half of the Supply Voltage
  • 14-Pin PDIP Package

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  • Wide Supply Voltage Range: 12V to 26V
  • Low Quiescent Power Drain
  • Voltage Gain Fixed at 50
  • High Peak Current Capability: 1.3A
  • Input Referenced to GND
  • High Input Impedance: 150kΩ
  • Low Distortion: 0.25% (PO=4W, RL=8Ω)
  • Quiescent Output Voltage is at One Half of the Supply Voltage
  • 14-Pin PDIP Package

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

The LM384 is a power audio amplifier for consumer applications. In order to hold system cost to a minimum, gain is internally fixed at 34 dB. A unique input stage allows ground referenced input signals. The output automatically self-centers to one-half the supply voltage.

The output is short-circuit proof with internal thermal limiting. The package outline is standard dual-in-line. A copper lead frame is used with the center three pins on either side comprising a heat sink. This makes the device easy to use in standard p-c layout.

Uses include simple phonograph amplifiers, intercoms, line drivers, teaching machine outputs, alarms, ultrasonic drivers, TV sound systems, AM-FM radio and sound projector systems. See SNAA086 for circuit details.

The LM384 is a power audio amplifier for consumer applications. In order to hold system cost to a minimum, gain is internally fixed at 34 dB. A unique input stage allows ground referenced input signals. The output automatically self-centers to one-half the supply voltage.

The output is short-circuit proof with internal thermal limiting. The package outline is standard dual-in-line. A copper lead frame is used with the center three pins on either side comprising a heat sink. This makes the device easy to use in standard p-c layout.

Uses include simple phonograph amplifiers, intercoms, line drivers, teaching machine outputs, alarms, ultrasonic drivers, TV sound systems, AM-FM radio and sound projector systems. See SNAA086 for circuit details.

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* Data sheet LM384 5W Audio Power Amplifier datasheet (Rev. C) Apr 4, 2013
Application note Guidelines for Measuring Audio Power Amplifier Performance (Rev. A) Aug 26, 2019
Application note AN-1849 An Audio Amplifier Power Supply Design (Rev. C) Jun 27, 2019

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