What the LM2904P is and where it fits
The Texas Instruments LM2904P is a dual general-purpose operational amplifier in an 8-pin DIP through-hole package. It delivers a gain bandwidth product of 700 kHz and a slew rate of 0.3 V/µs, drawing 500 µA per channel from a single or split supply spanning 3 V to 26 V. The -40°C to 125°C operating range qualifies it for industrial and automotive environments — think motor-drive current sensing, battery-monitor signal conditioning, or HVAC controller analog front-ends. The 8-DIP footprint makes it a direct fit for prototyping boards and legacy through-hole PCBs where re-spinning to SMT isn't an option.
Key ratings and what they mean for the BOM
The 700 kHz gain-bandwidth product sets the usable closed-loop bandwidth. The 0.3 V/µs slew rate limits large-signal response.
Supply voltage flexibility
The 3 V to 26 V supply span covers both single-rail and split-rail designs.
Lifecycle and sourcing reality
The LM2904P carries an Active lifecycle status and is ROHS3 compliant.