TLV521 as a comparator?

Ting Ye

Other Parts Discussed in Thread: LMV601, TLV521, TLV3691

Dear Team,

May I check with you that LMV601 is suitable as comparator application and TLV521 is not since it has input clamping diodes?

Thank you.

Regards,

Ting

over 8 years ago

0 Paul Grohe over 8 years ago

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Hi Ting,

The TLV521 does not have differential protection diodes, but should not be used as a comparator as large differential voltages can cause long-term offset drift. This is the reason for the 300mV limit.

The LMV601 can be used as a comparator, though we do not recommend using op-amps as comparators. A real comparator can give better results.

Regards,

0 Ting Ye over 8 years ago in reply to Paul Grohe

TI__Genius 11800 points

Hello Paul,

In TLV512 datasheet absolute max rating, input differential voltage is +/-300mV. I thought there are input clamping diodes by seeing the input voltage limitations?

0 Paul Grohe over 8 years ago in reply to Ting Ye

TI__Guru 53816 points

Hi Ting,

D'oh! You are right. I missed that line... I even went back and looked at the schematics to verify there were no diodes.

It was found that strapping the 521 inputs to opposite rails (Vdiff = Vs) for long periods caused offset drift, so the ±300mV limitation was added later.

My apologies...I'll correct the post.

We do have low power comparators (TLV3691, TLV350x/370x). Are they looking for low offset?

Regards,

0 Ting Ye over 8 years ago in reply to Paul Grohe

TI__Genius 11800 points

Hello Paul,

Thank you for the prompt supports! I want a high cost and performance and low power comparator. I will discuss with you by email.

Thank you!
Regards,
Ting

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