Re: Driving an OP AMP input with no VCC

On Wed, 08 Nov 2006 02:18:41 GMT, "AJ" <itisme33@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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On Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:37:57 GMT, "AJ" <itisme33@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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On Tue, 07 Nov 2006 11:38:23 GMT, "AJ" <itisme33@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
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I have a similar question to one posted a few days ago. I am thinking
of
driving an OP AMP running at 5V configured as a follower with a 4.0V
input
via a 10K and there could be times where Vcc is removed while the input
remains. Is it possible that this could damage the IC and should I use
a
74LCX541 buffer as previously discussed?

Best regards,


AJ


Depends on the OpAmp. Read the maximum input voltage spec. If it
defines maximum input as a relationship with VCC, then you may have
problems.

Be more precise in you question... OpAmp type, etc.

...Jim Thompson

I am using and MCP6044 running at 5V and I have the input clamped via
BAT54S
diodes to a 3.3V rail and ground. The problem is that my board may loose
power while an input remains. I have a TVS on the 3.3V rail to prevent it
going above 3.3V but this would mean that an input would be clamped at
3.6V
while the OP AMP's Vcc would be 0V.

Best regards


AJ


I am unable to view a data *** from Microchip's site. Firefox just
hangs and sucks 100% CPU. Sorry.

...Jim Thompson
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I love to cook with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food.

Thanks anyway mate, I am not committed to the MCP6044, can you recommend one
that would be suitable for my application or tell me what I should be
looking for?

Best regards


AJ


All inputs and outputs................... VSS ?0.3 V to VDD +0.3 V

I think you will find most, if not all OpAmps have this restriction,
so you need some way to protect it.

Post your schematic on a.b.s.e and everyone here will take a look.

...Jim Thompson
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| James E.Thompson, P.E. | mens |
| Analog Innovations, Inc. | et |
| Analog/Mixed-Signal ASIC's and Discrete Systems | manus |
| Phoenix, Arizona Voice:(480)460-2350 | |
| E-mail Address at Website Fax:(480)460-2142 | Brass Rat |
| http://www.analog-innovations.com | 1962 |

I love to cook with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food.
.