7.3.1 Phase Reversal Protection

The OPA164x-Q1 family has internal phase-reversal protection. Many op amps exhibit phase reversal when the input is driven beyond the linear common-mode range. This condition is most often encountered in noninverting circuits when the input is driven beyond the specified common-mode voltage range, causing the output to reverse into the opposite rail. The input of the OPA164x-Q1 prevents phase reversal with excessive common-mode voltage. Instead, the appropriate rail limits the output voltage. This performance is shown in Figure 29.

Figure 29. Output Waveform Devoid of Phase Reversal During an Input Overdrive Condition