| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Series | LT® |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Package / Case | 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width) Exposed Pad |
| Mfr | Analog Devices Inc. |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Current - Supply | 2.65mA |
| Output Type | - |
| Number of Circuits | 1 |
| Slew Rate | 11V/µs |
| Supplier Device Package | 8-SOIC-EP |
| -3db Bandwidth | 19 kHz |
| Current - Input Bias | 100 pA |
| Amplifier Type | Instrumentation |
| Voltage - Input Offset | 15 mV |
| Current - Output / Channel | 55 mA |
| Package | Tube |
| Product Status | Active |
| Base Product Number | LT6370 |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| Standard Package | 100 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTSUS | 8542.33.0001 |
| Voltage - Supply Span (Min) | 4.75 V |
| Voltage - Supply Span (Max) | 35 V |
LT6370IS8E#PBF Instrumentation Amplifier 1 Circuit 8-SOIC-EP
The LT6370IS8E#PBF is a high-precision, low-noise instrumentation amplifier from Analog Devices / Linear Technology, supplied in a thermally enhanced 8-lead SOIC narrow package with an exposed pad. It achieves outstanding DC precision with a maximum input offset voltage of 25uV, an offset drift of just 0.3uV/degC, and a gain error as low as 0.01% at unity gain, making it one of the most accurate monolithic in-amps available. Operating from a wide supply range of 4.75V to 35V, the device supports gain settings from 1 to over 1000 via a single external resistor, delivers a 3.1MHz -3dB bandwidth at G=1, and features an integrated input RFI filter to maintain accuracy in electromagnetically harsh environments. The I-grade device is fully specified over the -40degC to +85degC temperature range, making it ideal for demanding industrial, medical, and data acquisition systems.
Applications
The LT6370IS8E#PBF excels in precision signal conditioning across a broad spectrum of applications. It is widely used in bridge amplifiers for load cells and pressure transducers, in data acquisition front-ends for multiplexed sensor arrays, and in thermocouple and strain-gauge amplifiers where low drift and high CMRR are critical. The device also serves medical instrumentation such as ECG and blood-pressure monitors, transducer interfaces for industrial automation, and differential-to-single-ended converters in high-resolution ADC driver circuits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the key advantage of the LT6370IS8E#PBF over competing instrumentation amplifiers?
A: The LT6370 combines industry-leading DC precision (25uV max offset, 0.3uV/degC drift) with an integrated RFI filter and wide 4.75V-to-35V supply range, eliminating the need for costly calibration and external EMI filtering while outperforming competing devices in error-budget-critical applications.
Alternative instrumentation amplifiers
1. AD8421: A low-noise instrumentation amplifier from Analog Devices offering 25uV offset, 10MHz bandwidth, and 3nV/rtHz noise, ideal for applications requiring wider bandwidth than the LT6370.
2. AD8221: A low-power in-amp consuming only 900uA while delivering 25uV offset and 825kHz bandwidth, making it an excellent choice for battery-powered precision systems.
3. AD8429: A low-noise in-amp optimized for high-temperature environments with 50uV offset and 15MHz bandwidth, suitable for industrial sensor interfaces demanding higher speed.
4. LTC2053: A zero-drift instrumentation amplifier featuring 10uV offset and 200kHz bandwidth, perfect for ultra-low-frequency measurements where minimizing 1/f noise is paramount.