The TLVx316 is specified for operation from 1.8 V to 5.5 V (±0.9 V to ±2.75 V); many specifications apply from –40°C to +125°C. Typical Characteristics presents parameters that can exhibit significant variance with regard to operating voltage or temperature.

Place 0.1-μF bypass capacitors close to the power-supply pins to reduce errors coupling in from noisy or high-impedance power supplies. For more detailed information on bypass capacitor placement, see Layout Guidelines.

10.1 Input and ESD Protection

The TLVx316 incorporates internal ESD protection circuits on all pins. For input and output pins, this protection primarily consists of current-steering diodes connected between the input and power-supply pins. These ESD protection diodes provide in-circuit, input overdrive protection, as long as the current is limited to 10 mA, as stated in the Absolute Maximum Ratings table. Figure 17 shows how a series input resistor can be added to the driven input to limit the input current. The added resistor contributes thermal noise at the amplifier input and its value must be kept to a minimum in noise-sensitive applications.

Figure 17. Input Current Protection