Diff Amp Gain

Compute the op-amp difference amplifier gain as Rf / Rin.

Description

Compute the op-amp difference amplifier gain as Rf / Rin.

Diff Amp Gain: Compute the op-amp difference amplifier gain as Rf / Rin.

When to use Diff Amp Gain

Use this electronics calculation for a first-pass component, converter, signal, motor, or sensor estimate when the stated operating conditions and units match the device data.

Feedback resistor (Ω)
Required number input.
Input resistor (Ω)
Required number input.

How Diff Amp Gain works

Compute the op-amp difference amplifier gain as Rf / Rin. The tool evaluates the supplied inputs together and returns the named outputs below; it does not infer omitted operating conditions or change the units shown.1

Differential gain (ratio)
The resulting differential gain returned as a number.

Limitations and assumptions

  • Amplifier gain and rejection calculations are small-signal approximations unless the operating point is checked. Gain-bandwidth, slew rate, input and output range, stability, noise, offset, bias current, loading, and frequency-dependent CMRR can limit the result.
  • Use finite inputs in the displayed units and preserve more precision than the final presentation requires. Independently verify safety-critical, financial, compliance, or production decisions.

Alternative or Complementary approaches

Check the result against the current datasheet and worst-case operating corners, then verify the circuit or measurement with simulation and bench testing where failure matters.

References

  1. Operational amplifier — Wikipedia contributors

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