Description
The LF398 is a monolithic sample-and-hold amplifier IC designed to “freeze” an analog voltage level at a specific moment in time. By combining a high-speed input buffer with a precision hold capacitor interface, the LF398 allows high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) to accurately sample rapidly changing signals without errors caused by signal movement during the conversion process.
The device is engineered for low droop rates and fast acquisition times, making it a critical component in data acquisition systems, analog signal processing, and glitch-reduction circuits. Its robust design ensures excellent performance in diverse industrial and laboratory measurement setups.
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Features
- Monolithic sample-and-hold amplifier
- Fast acquisition time
- Low droop rate (maintains hold voltage accurately)
- High input impedance
- TTL/CMOS compatible logic control input
- DIP-8 through-hole package
Benefits
- Data Integrity: Prevents “aperture error” by holding the input signal stable during ADC conversion.
- Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of signal processing tasks requiring temporal signal locking.
- Design Efficiency: Consolidates critical sample-and-hold functions into a single, easy-to-use IC.
Applications
- Data Acquisition (DAQ) Systems
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) Front-Ends
- Glitch Removal in DACs
- Signal De-multiplexing
- Peak Detectors
Package Includes
- 1 x LF398 Sample-and-Hold Amplifier IC (DIP-8 Package)
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | LF398 Sample-and-Hold Amplifier IC |
| Device Type | Sample-and-Hold Amplifier |
| Package / Case | DIP-8 (Through-Hole) |
| Mounting Type | Through-Hole |
