LM4991LDX/NOPB vs LM4991LD/NOPB
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| Category | Linear - Amplifiers - Audio | Linear - Amplifiers - Audio |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments | Texas Instruments |
| Description | IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 3W 8WSON | IC AMP CLASS AB MONO 3W 8WSON |
| Package | Cut Tape (CT) | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Series | Boomer® | Boomer® |
| Type | Class AB | Class AB |
| Features | Depop, Shutdown, Thermal Protection | Depop, Shutdown, Thermal Protection |
| Voltage - Supply | 2.2V ~ 5.5V | 2.2V ~ 5.5V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | Surface Mount |
| Package / Case | 8-WDFN Exposed Pad | 8-WDFN Exposed Pad |
| Supplier Device Package | 8-WSON (4x4) | 8-WSON (4x4) |
| Output Type | 1-Channel (Mono) | 1-Channel (Mono) |
| Max Output Power x Channels @ Load | 3W x 1 @ 3Ohm | 3W x 1 @ 3Ohm |
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1. What is a power amplifier and how is it different from an audio amplifier?
A power amplifier is a type of audio amplifier designed to drive high-power loads such as speakers. It is capable of amplifying audio signals to a sufficient power output to drive speakers to produce greater volume.
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2. How to choose a suitable audio amplifier?
When choosing an audio amplifier, factors such as output power, total harmonic distortion (THD), signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), efficiency, impedance matching (speaker impedance), and power consumption should be taken into consideration to ensure that it is well-matched with the speakers and audio source equipment.
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3. What is the Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of an audio amplifier?
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) is the distortion component introduced by an audio amplifier during the signal amplification process. the lower the THD, the closer the amplified audio signal will be to the original signal, and usually high quality audio amplifiers have a THD value of less than 1%.
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4. Does the audio amplifier need to match the impedance of the speakers?
Yes, the output impedance of the audio amplifier should match the impedance of the speaker. Typically speakers have an impedance of 4Ω, 8Ω or 16Ω. Matching the impedance ensures that the amplifier delivers maximum power and the best sound quality from the speaker.
