LM741 — Datasheet Summary, Specs & Alternatives

01 — Overview

This TI datasheet covers the LM741, LM741A, and LM741C general-purpose operational amplifiers. It serves as a comprehensive technical reference for design engineers needing reliable analog signal processing components. Key features include input and output overload protection, immunity to latch-up when common-mode range is exceeded, and freedom from oscillations. The document specifies supply voltages of +/-22V max, input offset voltage of 500uV max, and gain-bandwidth product of 1MHz. It details applications like comparators, multivibrators, and active filters while outlining pin configurations and electrical characteristics across different temperature ranges.

02 — Key specifications

Datasheet parameters

Parameter	Min	Typ	Max	Conditions
quiescent current	—	1.7 mA	2.8 mA	TA = 25°C
output voltage	12 V	14 V	—	VS = ±15 V; RL≥ 10 kΩ
output current	—	25 mA	—	TA = 25°C
supply voltage range	10 V	15 V	22 V	LM741, LM741A
input offset voltage drift	—	—	15 µV/°C
input offset voltage	—	1 mV	5 mV	RS≤ 10 kΩ; TA = 25°C
gain bandwidth	—	437 kHz	—
cmrr	80 dB	95 dB	—	RS≤ 10 Ω, VCM = ±12 V, TAMIN≤ TA≤ TAMAX
operating temperature	-55 °C	—	125 °C
input offset current drift	—	500 pA/°C	—
input offset current	—	20 nA	200 nA	TA = 25°C
input bias current	—	80 nA	500 nA	TA = 25°C
slew rate	—	500 kV/s	—	TA = 25°C, unity gain
psrr	86 dB	96 dB	—	VS = ±20 V to VS = ±5 V, RS≤ 10 Ω, TAMIN≤ TA≤ TAMAX
rise time	—	300 ns	—	TA = 25°C, unity gain
response time	—	250 ns	—
channel count	—	1	—

03 — Alternatives

Closest matches to LM741

LM158 10.0× lower input offset current, 3.0× higher input offset voltage, 2.4× lower quiescent current

TL062ACD 8.5× lower quiescent current, 7.0× higher slew rate, 3.0× higher input offset voltage

MCP6021 14.0× higher slew rate, 3.8× lower supply voltage range, 2.0× lower input offset voltage

NE5532 18.0× higher slew rate, 4.7× higher quiescent current, 2.5× higher input bias current

MC33078 14.0× higher slew rate, 7.5× lower input offset voltage drift, 6.7× lower input offset voltage

BA10324AF 4.0× lower input bias current, 4.0× lower input offset current, 2.8× lower quiescent current

LM124 10.0× lower input offset current, 4.0× lower input bias current, 3.0× higher gain bandwidth

TL062 8.5× lower quiescent current, 7.0× higher slew rate, 3.0× higher input offset voltage

04 — FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the channel count of the LM741?

The channel count is 1.

What is the CMRR of the LM741?

The CMRR is 95 dB when RS≤ 10 Ω, VCM = ±12 V, and TAMIN≤ TA≤ TAMAX.

What is the gain bandwidth of the LM741?

The gain bandwidth is 437 kHz.

What is the input bias current of the LM741 at TA = 25°C?

The input bias current is 80 nA at TA = 25°C.

What is the input offset current at TA = 25°C?

The input offset current is 20 nA at TA = 25°C.

What is the input offset current drift of the LM741?

The input offset current drift is 500 pA/°C.

What is the input offset voltage when RS≤ 10 kΩ and TA = 25°C?

The input offset voltage is 1 mV.

What is the input offset voltage drift for the LM741?

The input offset voltage drift is 15 µV/°C.