Texas Instruments LM386N-3 Audio Amplifiers
Single-channel audio power amplifier IC featuring 1W output power and 700mW maximum output power into an 8-ohm load.

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Manufacturer
Part Number (MPN)
LM386N-3
Base Model
Detailed Description
Single-channel audio power amplifier IC featuring 1W output power and 700mW maximum output power into an 8-ohm load. Offers a voltage gain of 46dB and a bandwidth of 300kHz. Operates from a single supply voltage range of 4V to 12V, with a typical supply current of 4mA. Packaged in an 8-pin DIP (PDIP8) configuration.
Package
P
Lifecycle Status
Active
RoHS State
Not CompliantNo
Datasheet
LM386N-3 Datasheet
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Technical Specifications
Texas Instruments LM386N-3 Audio Amplifiers technical specifications.
General
RoHS
No
Number of Channels
1
Packaging
Rail/Tube
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 70°C
Supply Voltage
4V ~ 12V
Amplifier Type
POWER
Bandwidth
300kHz
Package
P
Gain Bandwidth Product
300kHz
Input Bias Current
250nA
Alternate Parts Comparison (LM386N-3 vs LM386N-4 vs LM386N-1/NOPB vs LM386N-4/NOPB)
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| This Part | Alternate Parts | Alternate Parts | Alternate Parts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 70°C | 0°C ~ 70°C (TA) | 0°C ~ 70°C (TA) | 0°C ~ 70°C (TA) |
| Supply Voltage | 4V ~ 12V | 5V ~ 18V | 4V ~ 12V | 5V ~ 18V |
| Package / Case | -- | 8-DIP | 8-DIP | 8-DIP |
| Mounting Type | -- | Through Hole | Through Hole | Through Hole |
| Max Output Power X Channels Load | -- | 1W x 1 @ 32Ohm | 325mW x 1 @ 8Ohm | 1W x 1 @ 32Ohm |
| Output Type | -- | 1-Channel (Mono) | 1-Channel (Mono) | 1-Channel (Mono) |
| Type | -- | Class AB | Class AB | Class AB |
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Texas Instruments LM386N-3 Audio Amplifiers Overview
Single-channel audio power amplifier IC featuring 1W output power and 700mW maximum output power into an 8-ohm load. Offers a voltage gain of 46dB and a bandwidth of 300kHz. Operates from a single supply voltage range of 4V to 12V, with a typical supply current of 4mA.
Packaged in an 8-pin DIP (PDIP8) configuration.
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