Dual Differential Comparator The LM293N is a dual differential comparator manufactured by STMicroelectronics. Below are its specifications, descriptions, and features based on factual information from Ic-phoenix technical data files:
### **Specifications:**
- **Supply Voltage Range:** 2V to 36V (single supply) or ±1V to ±18V (dual supply).
- **Low Input Bias Current:** 25 nA (typical).
- **Low Input Offset Current:** 5 nA (typical).
- **Input Offset Voltage:** 2 mV (typical), 5 mV (max).
- **Response Time:** 1.3 μs (typical) for a 5 mV overdrive.
- **Output Saturation Voltage:** 400 mV (typical) at 4 mA.
- **Operating Temperature Range:** -40°C to +105°C.
- **Package:** 8-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package).
### **Descriptions:**
- The LM293N is a dual independent precision voltage comparator designed for single or split-supply operation.
- It is optimized for low power consumption while maintaining high-speed performance.
- The device features open-collector outputs for wired-OR applications.
- It is commonly used in industrial, automotive, and consumer applications for voltage monitoring, level detection, and signal conditioning.
### **Features:**
- **Wide Supply Voltage Range:** Operates from 2V to 36V (single supply) or ±1V to ±18V (dual supply).
- **Low Input Bias and Offset Currents:** Ensures minimal loading effects on signal sources.
- **Fast Response Time:** Suitable for high-speed comparison applications.
- **Open-Collector Outputs:** Allows flexible output configurations (e.g., wired-OR).
- **ESD Protection:** Improved robustness against electrostatic discharge.
- **Industrial-Grade Reliability:** Qualified for extended temperature ranges (-40°C to +105°C).
This information is strictly based on the manufacturer's datasheet and technical documentation.
