NE5532 — Datasheet Summary, Specs & Alternatives

01 — Overview

This Texas Instruments datasheet covers the NE5532, NE5532A, SA5532, and SA5532A dual low-noise operational amplifiers. It defines their scope as high-performance devices with excellent DC and AC characteristics for unity-gain operation. Key parameters include an equivalent input noise voltage of 5nV/√Hz at 1kHz, a unity-gain bandwidth of 10MHz, a common-mode rejection ratio of 100dB typical, and a peak-to-peak output voltage swing of 26V. The document also details absolute maximum ratings, recommended operating conditions, and electrical specifications such as supply current and thermal impedance across various package types.

02 — Key specifications

Datasheet parameters

Parameter	Min	Typ	Max	Conditions
quiescent current	—	8 mA	16 mA	VO = 0, No load
output current	10 mA	38 mA	60 mA
supply voltage range	5 V	—	15 V
input offset voltage	—	500 µV	4 mV	VO = 0
gain bandwidth	—	10 MHz	—	RL = 600 Ω, CL = 100 pF
cmrr	—	70 dB	100 dB	VIC = VICRmin
operating temperature	0 °C	—	70 °C
input offset current	—	10 nA	150 nA	TA = 25°C
input bias current	—	200 nA	800 nA	TA = 25°C
slew rate	—	9 MV/s	—
psrr	—	80 dB	100 dB	VCC± = ±9 V to ±15 V, VO = 0
input voltage noise density	—	8 nV/√Hz	—	f = 30 Hz
channel count	—	2	—

03 — Alternatives

Closest matches to NE5532

BA4580RF-E2 3.6× higher supply voltage range, 2.0× lower input bias current, 2.0× lower input offset current

MC33078 3.3× lower input offset voltage, 2.5× higher input offset current, 2.0× lower quiescent current

MCP6021 8.0× lower quiescent current, 2.5× lower supply voltage range, 1.6× lower operating temperature

OPA134 2.4× higher operating temperature, 2.2× higher slew rate, 2.0× higher input offset voltage

LM741 18.0× lower slew rate, 4.7× lower quiescent current, 2.5× lower input bias current

BA10324AF 20.0× lower gain bandwidth, 13.3× lower quiescent current, 10.0× lower input bias current

AD8065ART 20.0× higher slew rate, 14.5× higher gain bandwidth, 2.4× higher output current

LM124 11.4× lower quiescent current, 10.0× lower input bias current, 7.7× lower gain bandwidth

04 — FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the channel count of the NE5532?

The channel count is 2.

What is the common-mode rejection ratio (CMRR) when the input common-mode voltage (VIC) is equal to the minimum input common-mode voltage (VICRmin)?

The CMRR is 70 dB when VIC = VICRmin.

What is the gain bandwidth of the NE5532 when RL = 600 Ω and CL = 100 pF?

The gain bandwidth is 10 MHz.

What is the input bias current of the NE5532 at TA = 25°C?

The input bias current is 200 nA at TA = 25°C.

What is the input offset current of the NE5532 at TA = 25°C?

The input offset current is 10 nA at TA = 25°C.

What is the input offset voltage when VO = 0?

The input offset voltage is 500 µV when VO = 0.

What is the input voltage noise density of the NE5532 at f = 30 Hz?

The input voltage noise density is 8 nV/√Hz at f = 30 Hz.

What is the maximum operating temperature for the NE5532?

The maximum operating temperature is 70 °C.