EL8201IS Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EL8201IS is a general purpose operational amplifier manufactured by Renesas Electronics Corporation, featuring dual circuits in an 8-SOIC surface mount package. This device is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of equivalent and substitute components for ongoing design support and production requirements. The EL8201IS delivers rail-to-rail output capability with a 200V/µs slew rate and 100 MHz gain bandwidth product, suitable for general purpose amplification applications across a 3V to 5V supply range.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	EL8201IS
Manufacturer	Renesas Electronics Corporation
Category	Linear, Amplifiers
Amplifier Type	General Purpose
Number of Circuits	2
Output Type	Rail-to-Rail
Package / Case	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Slew Rate	200V/µs
Gain Bandwidth Product	100 MHz
Voltage - Supply Span (Min)	3 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Max)	5 V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the EL8201IS is determined by the following critical parameters: package type (8-SOIC surface mount), number of circuits (dual), output configuration (rail-to-rail), supply voltage range compatibility (minimum 3V, maximum 5V), and operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C). Substitute parts must maintain identical or superior electrical performance within these mechanical and electrical constraints.

The substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Parametric Equivalent: EL8201ISZ maintains identical electrical specifications and package configuration, providing direct functional replacement.

Similar Alternatives: OPA2337UA, OPA2337UA/2K5, OPA2338UA, OPA2338UA/2K5, OPA2835ID, OPA2835IDR, OPA2836ID, and OPA2836IDR offer alternative amplifier architectures (CMOS or voltage feedback) with compatible package and mounting specifications. These parts operate within the required supply voltage and temperature ranges but exhibit different gain bandwidth products, slew rates, and input bias current characteristics.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	EL8201IS	EL8201ISZ	OPA2337UA	OPA2337UA/2K5	OPA2338UA	OPA2338UA/2K5	OPA2835ID	OPA2835IDR	OPA2836ID	OPA2836IDR
Manufacturer	Renesas	Elantec	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments
Amplifier Type	General Purpose	General Purpose	CMOS	CMOS	CMOS	CMOS	Voltage Feedback	Voltage Feedback	Voltage Feedback	Voltage Feedback
Number of Circuits	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Output Type	Rail-to-Rail	Rail-to-Rail	Rail-to-Rail	Rail-to-Rail	Rail-to-Rail	Rail-to-Rail	Differential, Rail-to-Rail	Differential, Rail-to-Rail	Differential, Rail-to-Rail	Differential, Rail-to-Rail
Package / Case	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Slew Rate	200V/µs	200V/µs	1.2V/µs	1.2V/µs	4.6V/µs	4.6V/µs	160V/µs	160V/µs	560V/µs	560V/µs
Gain Bandwidth Product	100 MHz	100 MHz	3 MHz	3 MHz	12.5 MHz	12.5 MHz	31 MHz	31 MHz	118 MHz	118 MHz
-3dB Bandwidth	200 MHz	200 MHz	—	—	—	—	3.1 MHz	3.1 MHz	205 MHz	205 MHz
Current - Input Bias	1.6 µA	1.6 µA	0.2 pA	0.2 pA	0.2 pA	0.2 pA	200 nA	200 nA	650 nA	650 nA
Voltage - Input Offset	800 µV	800 µV	500 µV	500 µV	500 µV	500 µV	100 µV	100 µV	65 µV	65 µV
Current - Supply	2mA (x2)	2mA (x2)	525µA (x2)	525µA (x2)	525µA (x2)	525µA (x2)	250µA (x2)	250µA (x2)	1mA (x2)	1mA (x2)
Current - Output / Channel	65 mA	65 mA	9 mA	9 mA	9 mA	9 mA	40 mA	40 mA	50 mA	50 mA
Voltage - Supply Span (Min)	3 V	3 V	2.7 V	2.7 V	2.7 V	2.7 V	2.5 V	2.5 V	2.5 V	2.5 V
Voltage - Supply Span (Max)	5 V	5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V	5.5 V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 125°C	-40°C ~ 125°C
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	Non-compliant	—	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Replacement: EL8201ISZ provides identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the EL8201IS. This part is currently in active production status and maintains the same 8-SOIC package, dual-circuit configuration, and performance characteristics. EL8201ISZ is the preferred choice for direct substitution in existing designs.

Alternative Selections for Enhanced Compliance: Texas Instruments OPA2836ID and OPA2836IDR offer superior performance characteristics with higher slew rate (560V/µs) and gain bandwidth product (118 MHz) compared to the EL8201IS. These parts are ROHS3 compliant and support extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C). The OPA2836 series is suitable for applications requiring higher bandwidth performance within the same 8-SOIC package footprint.

Low-Power Alternatives: OPA2337UA, OPA2337UA/2K5, OPA2338UA, and OPA2338UA/2K5 are CMOS-based amplifiers with significantly reduced supply current (525µA per channel versus 2mA for the EL8201IS). These parts are appropriate for battery-powered or power-constrained applications. OPA2338 variants provide higher gain bandwidth product (12.5 MHz) than OPA2337 variants (3 MHz).

Moderate-Performance Alternative: OPA2835ID and OPA2835IDR offer voltage feedback architecture with 31 MHz gain bandwidth product and reduced supply current (250µA per channel). These parts support extended temperature range and are ROHS3 compliant.

All substitute parts maintain 8-SOIC surface mount packaging and dual-circuit configuration. Supply voltage compatibility is maintained across all alternatives within the 3V to 5V operating range of the EL8201IS.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can EL8201ISZ be used as a direct replacement for EL8201IS?

A: Yes. EL8201ISZ maintains identical electrical specifications, package configuration, and performance characteristics. Both devices feature 200V/µs slew rate, 100 MHz gain bandwidth product, and dual rail-to-rail output circuits in 8-SOIC surface mount packages. EL8201ISZ is currently in active production.

Q: What is the primary difference between EL8201IS and the Texas Instruments OPA2836 series?

A: The OPA2836ID and OPA2836IDR feature higher slew rate (560V/µs versus 200V/µs) and higher gain bandwidth product (118 MHz versus 100 MHz). The OPA2836 series also supports extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C versus -40°C to 85°C) and is ROHS3 compliant. All three maintain 8-SOIC packaging and dual-circuit configuration.

Q: Are the OPA2337 and OPA2338 series suitable replacements for the EL8201IS?

A: OPA2337 and OPA2338 series are compatible in terms of package, mounting type, and supply voltage range. However, these CMOS amplifiers exhibit significantly lower gain bandwidth product (3 MHz and 12.5 MHz respectively versus 100 MHz) and lower slew rate (1.2V/µs and 4.6V/µs respectively versus 200V/µs). These parts are appropriate only for applications where lower bandwidth performance is acceptable. The primary advantage is reduced supply current consumption (525µA per channel versus 2mA).

Q: What packaging options are available for substitute parts?

A: All substitute parts are available in 8-SOIC surface mount package. Packaging variants include Tube, Tape & Reel (TR), and Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel® configurations. EL8201ISZ, OPA2337UA, OPA2338UA, and OPA2835ID are available in Tube packaging. OPA2337UA/2K5 and OPA2338UA/2K5 are supplied in Tape & Reel format. OPA2835IDR and OPA2836IDR are available in Cut Tape & Digi-Reel® format.

Q: Does the EL8201IS meet current RoHS compliance requirements?

A: No. The EL8201IS is classified as RoHS non-compliant. All Texas Instruments substitute parts (OPA2337, OPA2338, OPA2835, OPA2836 series) are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards.

Q: What is the temperature operating range difference between EL8201IS and substitute parts?

A: The EL8201IS operates from -40°C to 85°C. OPA2337, OPA2337UA/2K5, OPA2338, and OPA2338UA/2K5 maintain the same -40°C to 85°C range. OPA2835 and OPA2836 series extend the upper temperature limit to 125°C, providing enhanced thermal performance for high-temperature applications.

Q: Which substitute part offers the lowest power consumption?

A: OPA2835ID and OPA2835IDR offer the lowest supply current at 250µA per channel. OPA2337 and OPA2338 series consume 525µA per channel. The EL8201IS and EL8201ISZ consume 2mA per channel. OPA2836 series consumes 1mA per channel.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in active production status?

A: Yes. EL8201ISZ and all Texas Instruments substitute parts (OPA2337, OPA2337UA/2K5, OPA2338, OPA2338UA/2K5, OPA2835, OPA2835IDR, OPA2836, OPA2836IDR) are currently in active production status. The original EL8201IS is obsolete.

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