The ideal operational amplifier (AQA A-Level Physics): Flashcards

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The ideal operational amplifier
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Purpose of an amplifier

Increases the strength of an analogue signal

Gain formula for op-amps

A=VoutVinA = \frac{V_{out}}{V_{in}}

Symbol for inverting input

V−V_{-}

Symbol for non-inverting input

V+V_{+}

Open-loop gain characteristics

No feedback; very high gain

Closed-loop gain characteristics

Feedback from output to input; stabilises gain

Op-amp transfer function equation

Vout=AOL(V+−V−)V_{out} = A_{OL}(V_{+} - V_{-})

Ideal op-amp: open-loop gain value

Infinite

Ideal op-amp: input resistance value

Infinite (no current drawn from inputs)

Saturation in op-amps

Output cannot exceed supply voltage limits

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