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CA3146 - Matched General Purpose Transistor Array

Overview

The CA3146 is a monolithic integrated circuit consisting of five general-purpose silicon NPN transistors on a common substrate. Manufactured by Intersil Corporation, this component is designed for applications requiring matched transistor pairs with excellent VBE matching characteristics. The device operates from DC to 120MHz, making it suitable for a wide range of analog signal processing applications.

The CA3146 is part of a family of transistor arrays that includes the CA3146A (improved version), CA3183, and CA3183A variants. These devices are available in both PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package) and SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit) packages, providing flexibility for different PCB layout requirements.

Key Features

• Matched general purpose transistors with VBE matching of ±5mV (maximum)
• Wide frequency response from DC to 120MHz (CA3146, CA3146A)
• Low noise figure of 3.2dB (CA3146, CA3146A)
• High collector current capability of 75mA (maximum) for CA3183/CA3183A variants
• All transistors fabricated on single monolithic substrate for excellent thermal tracking
• Available in both PDIP and SOIC package options
• Designed for operation over full industrial temperature range

Applications

The CA3146 transistor array is designed for versatile use in various electronic systems:

• Signal Processing Systems: DC through VHF range applications
• Custom Differential Amplifiers: Utilizing the matched transistor pairs
• Temperature Compensated Amplifiers: Benefiting from the thermal tracking of on-chip transistors
• Lamp and Relay Drivers: Particularly with the higher current CA3183/CA3183A variants
• Thyristor Firing Circuits: Using the CA3183/CA3183A versions
• Voltage Comparators
• Multivibrator Circuits
• Impedance Converters

Electrical Characteristics

Absolute Maximum Ratings

• Supply Voltage (V+ to V-): 36V
• Input Voltage: (V+) +8V to (V-) -0.5V
• Differential Input Voltage: ±8V
• Output Short Circuit Duration: Continuous
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C
• Storage Temperature Range: -65°C to +150°C

DC Electrical Characteristics

• Input Offset Voltage: 5mV (max) at TA = 25°C
• Input Offset Current: 50nA (max) at TA = 25°C
• Input Bias Current: 500nA (max) at TA = 25°C
• Large Signal Voltage Gain: 50V/mV (min) at VO = ±10V, RL = 2kΩ
• Supply Current: 3mA (max) per amplifier at TA = 25°C

AC Electrical Characteristics

• Gain Bandwidth Product: 4.5MHz (typ) at TA = 25°C
• Slew Rate: 9V/µs (typ) at TA = 25°C
• Equivalent Input Noise Voltage: 23nV/√Hz (typ) at f = 1kHz
• Channel Separation: 120dB (typ) at f = 1kHz

Package Information

Available Packages

• PDIP (Plastic Dual In-line Package):
  • 14-lead standard package
  • Package width: 300 mil
  • Lead pitch: 100 mil
• SOIC (Small Outline Integrated Circuit):
  • 14-lead surface mount package
  • Package width: 150 mil
  • Lead pitch: 50 mil

Package Dimensions

All dimensions in millimeters (mm) unless otherwise specified:

• Overall package length: 8.65mm (PDIP), 8.55mm (SOIC)
• Overall package width: 6.35mm (PDIP), 3.90mm (SOIC)
• Package height: 3.30mm (PDIP), 1.75mm (SOIC)
• Lead length: 3.05mm (PDIP), 0.50mm (SOIC)

Thermal Characteristics

• Thermal Resistance, Junction-to-Air (θJA):
  • PDIP package: 80°C/W
  • SOIC package: 160°C/W
• Maximum Junction Temperature: 150°C

Ordering Information

The CA3146 is available in several variants and packages:

• CA3146E: PDIP package, industrial temperature range
• CA3146M: SOIC package, industrial temperature range
• CA3146AE: Improved version in PDIP package
• CA3146AM: Improved version in SOIC package

Design Considerations

When designing with the CA3146 transistor array, consider the following:

• For best matching performance, use transistors on the same substrate
• Maintain proper heat sinking for high current applications
• Consider the package thermal resistance when designing for high power applications
• The SOIC package has higher thermal resistance than the PDIP package
• For high frequency applications, minimize stray capacitance in the circuit layout

Quality and Reliability

The CA3146 meets the following quality and reliability standards:

• Manufactured on qualified production lines
• 100% electrical testing at wafer and package level
• ESD protection exceeds 2000V (Human Body Model)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): Level 3 for SOIC package