Quad op-amp in a hermetic CDIP — why this package matters
The 5962-0051202QPA is a quad general-purpose operational amplifier from the Automotive, AEC-Q100 series, housed in an 8-CDIP ceramic dual-in-line package. Each channel draws 550 µA supply current, making it suitable for multi-channel signal conditioning in power-constrained, high-reliability systems.
6.4 MHz GBW and 1.6 V/µs slew rate — bandwidth budget
The 6.4 MHz gain-bandwidth product supports unity-gain stable operation for audio-frequency filters, sensor amplifiers, and control-loop compensation. The 1.6 V/µs slew rate limits large-signal bandwidth to roughly 100 kHz at 10 V p-p output, which is adequate for most industrial sensor interfaces and actuator drives. For higher-speed applications above 500 kHz, a faster op-amp like the TLV9362IDDFR (10.6 MHz, 25 V/µs) would be a better fit, but the 5962-0051202QPA's hermetic package and temperature range are not available in that family.
AEC-Q100 and military temperature range
The AEC-Q100 qualification (Automotive, AEC-Q100 series) means this part has passed the stress tests required for automotive-grade ICs: extended temperature cycling, high-temperature operating life, and ESD robustness. The 8-CDIP package is hermetically sealed, preventing moisture ingress and corrosion in high-humidity or condensing environments.
Quad-channel, 550 µA per amplifier — power budget
Four amplifiers in a single 8-pin package at 550 µA each (2.2 mA total) keeps the analog power budget lean for multi-channel data acquisition or control systems. The 1.3 nA input bias current and 500 µV input offset voltage are typical for a general-purpose bipolar op-amp; for precision applications below 100 µV offset, a zero-drift amplifier would be required.
RoHS non-compliant — a sourcing consideration
The 5962-0051202QPA is listed as RoHS non-compliant, which is expected for a hermetic ceramic package that uses lead-based solder seals and lead-frame finishes. This part is exempt from RoHS restrictions for high-reliability applications (military, aerospace) under current EU exemptions. For designs that require RoHS compliance, a surface-mount plastic-packaged quad op-amp such as the OPA4374AIPWT (6.5 MHz, 5 V/µs, CMOS, RoHS) could be considered, but it lacks the hermetic seal and military temperature range.