MAX407ESA-T Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MAX407ESA-T is a general-purpose operational amplifier manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated, configured as a dual-channel (2 circuit) rail-to-rail output device in 8-SOIC surface mount packaging. This part is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of active equivalent and substitute components for new designs and production continuity. The MAX407ESA-T operates across a supply voltage range of 2.5V to 10V with an operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, making it suitable for low-power analog signal conditioning applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Amplifier Type	General Purpose	—
Number of Circuits	2	—
Output Type	Rail-to-Rail	—
Package / Case	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	—
Slew Rate	0.005	V/µs
Gain Bandwidth Product	8	kHz
Current - Input Bias	0.1	pA
Voltage - Input Offset	1	mV
Current - Supply	1	µA (x2 Channels)
Current - Output / Channel	600	µA
Voltage - Supply Span (Min)	2.5	V
Voltage - Supply Span (Max)	10	V
Operating Temperature	-40 to 85	°C
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	—
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	—
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	—
Product Status	Obsolete	—

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MAX407ESA-T is determined by strict adherence to the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

Package / Case: 8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width) — mandatory for PCB compatibility
Amplifier Type: General Purpose — functional classification
Number of Circuits: 2 — dual-channel configuration
Output Type: Rail-to-Rail — output swing capability
Mounting Type: Surface Mount — assembly process compatibility
Voltage - Supply Span: minimum 2.5V, maximum 10V — power supply compatibility
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C — thermal operating range

Secondary Electrical Parameters (allowable variation):

Slew Rate: 0.005V/µs or higher
Gain Bandwidth Product: 8 kHz or higher
Current - Input Bias: 0.1 pA or lower (lower is acceptable)
Voltage - Input Offset: 1 mV or lower (lower is acceptable)
Current - Supply: 1µA per channel or lower (lower is acceptable)
Current - Output / Channel: 600 µA or higher

Substitute parts must satisfy all primary criteria and maintain compatibility within secondary electrical parameters. Parts that exceed supply voltage range, operate outside the temperature window, or use different packaging are not direct substitutes.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	MAX407ESA-T	MAX407ESA+T	LMC6442AIMX/NOPB	LMC6442IMX/NOPB	TLV2242ID	TLV2242IDR	TS942IDT	TS972IDT
Manufacturer	Analog Devices	Analog Devices	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	Texas Instruments	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Package / Case	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC	8-SOIC
Number of Circuits	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	Rail-to-Rail	Rail-to-Rail
Slew Rate (V/µs)	0.005	0.005	0.0041	0.0041	0.002	0.002	0.0045	4
Gain Bandwidth Product (kHz)	8	8	10.5	10.5	5.5	5.5	10	12000
Current - Input Bias (pA)	0.1	0.1	0.005	0.005	100	100	1	200
Voltage - Input Offset (mV)	1	1	1.5	1.5	0.6	0.6	10	1
Current - Supply (µA x2 Ch)	1	1	1.9	1.9	1	1	1.2	2000
Current - Output / Channel (µA)	600	600	2100	2100	200	200	5000	100000
Voltage - Supply Span Min (V)	2.5	2.5	1.8	1.8	2.5	2.5	2.5	2.7
Voltage - Supply Span Max (V)	10	10	11	11	12	12	10	10
Operating Temperature (°C)	-40 to 85	-40 to 85	-40 to 85	-40 to 85	-40 to 125	-40 to 125	-40 to 85	-40 to 125
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Replacement (Identical Electrical Performance):

MAX407ESA+T is the direct equivalent of MAX407ESA-T. Both parts are manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated with identical electrical specifications. The primary difference is product status: MAX407ESA-T is obsolete while MAX407ESA+T is active. MAX407ESA+T is supplied in Tape & Reel packaging (TR) versus the original part's unspecified packaging. This part is recommended for designs requiring exact electrical performance match with active product availability.

Primary Substitutes (Equivalent Electrical Performance, Active Status):

LMC6442AIMX/NOPB and LMC6442IMX/NOPB (Texas Instruments) are functionally equivalent substitutes. Both maintain the 8-SOIC package, dual-channel rail-to-rail configuration, and compatible supply voltage range (1.8V to 11V). Electrical parameters show minor variations: slew rate is 0.0041V/µs (versus 0.005V/µs), gain bandwidth product is 10.5 kHz (versus 8 kHz), and input bias current is 0.005 pA (superior to 0.1 pA). Output current capability is higher at 2.1 mA per channel. Both parts are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating and are in active production status.

TS942IDT (STMicroelectronics) is a compatible substitute maintaining 8-SOIC packaging, dual-channel configuration, and supply voltage compatibility (2.5V to 10V). Electrical characteristics are comparable: slew rate 0.0045V/µs, gain bandwidth product 10 kHz, and input bias current 1 pA. Output current is 5 mA per channel. This part is in active production with ROHS3 compliance.

Secondary Substitutes (Functional Compatibility with Parameter Variations):

TLV2242ID and TLV2242IDR (Texas Instruments) maintain 8-SOIC packaging and dual-channel rail-to-rail configuration with extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C). Supply voltage range is 2.5V to 12V. Electrical performance differs: slew rate is 0.002V/µs (lower), gain bandwidth product is 5.5 kHz (lower), and input bias current is 100 pA (higher). Output current is 200 µA per channel (lower than original). These parts are suitable for applications where lower bandwidth and higher input bias current are acceptable.

TS972IDT (STMicroelectronics) is a high-performance substitute with significantly different electrical characteristics: slew rate 4V/µs, gain bandwidth product 12 MHz, and output current 100 mA per channel. This part is qualified to AEC-Q100 automotive standard with extended temperature range (-40°C to 125°C). Selection of TS972IDT is appropriate only when higher bandwidth and output current capability are required.

TS462CDT (STMicroelectronics) exhibits high-performance characteristics (slew rate 4V/µs, gain bandwidth product 12 MHz) but operates within a narrower temperature range (-20°C to 70°C) and higher supply current (2 mA per channel). This part is not recommended as a direct substitute due to temperature range limitation.

Compliance and Certification:

All substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (unlimited moisture sensitivity level) rating, matching the original MAX407ESA-T specifications. All parts carry EAR99 ECCN classification and HTSUS code 8542.33.0001. REACH status is unaffected for all listed substitutes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MAX407ESA+T be used as a direct replacement for MAX407ESA-T?

A: Yes. MAX407ESA+T is the active production equivalent of MAX407ESA-T. Both parts are manufactured by Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated with identical electrical specifications, package type (8-SOIC), and functional configuration (dual-channel rail-to-rail general-purpose amplifier). The only difference is product status and packaging format (Tape & Reel for the +T variant). No circuit modifications are required.

Q: What is the key difference between LMC6442 variants (AIM, IM, IMX)?

A: The LMC6442 family shares identical electrical specifications but differs in packaging format and manufacturer designation. LMC6442AIM/NOPB is supplied in Tube packaging by Texas Instruments. LMC6442IM/NOPB is supplied in Bulk packaging by National Semiconductor. LMC6442AIMX/NOPB and LMC6442IMX/NOPB are supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format by Texas Instruments. All variants maintain the same 8-SOIC package footprint and electrical performance. Selection depends on procurement and assembly requirements.

Q: Are TS942IDT and TS972IDT interchangeable?

A: No. While both are STMicroelectronics dual-channel rail-to-rail amplifiers in 8-SOIC packaging, they have significantly different electrical characteristics. TS942IDT has slew rate 0.0045V/µs and gain bandwidth product 10 kHz, matching the original MAX407ESA-T performance profile. TS972IDT has slew rate 4V/µs and gain bandwidth product 12 MHz, representing a high-performance variant. TS972IDT also qualifies to AEC-Q100 automotive standard and operates to 125°C. Selection depends on bandwidth and output current requirements.

Q: Can TLV2242ID be used in place of MAX407ESA-T?

A: TLV2242ID is functionally compatible but exhibits lower electrical performance. It maintains 8-SOIC packaging, dual-channel rail-to-rail configuration, and compatible supply voltage range (2.5V to 12V). However, slew rate is 0.002V/µs (lower than 0.005V/µs), gain bandwidth product is 5.5 kHz (lower than 8 kHz), and output current is 200 µA per channel (lower than 600 µA). TLV2242ID is suitable only for applications where lower bandwidth and reduced output current are acceptable. Extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 125°C) may be advantageous in some designs.

Q: What packaging options are available for substitute parts?

A: Substitute parts are available in multiple packaging formats: Tube (individual packaging for manual assembly), Bulk (loose components), Cut Tape (CT) & Digi-Reel (automated assembly), and Tape & Reel (TR) (high-volume automated assembly). All variants maintain the same 8-SOIC footprint (0.154", 3.90mm width) for PCB compatibility. Selection depends on production volume and assembly process. Tape & Reel format is standard for high-volume manufacturing.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts listed (MAX407ESA+T, LMC6442 variants, TLV2242 variants, TS942IDT, TS972IDT, and TS462CDT) are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity level rating. All parts carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8542.33.0001) classifications as the original MAX407ESA-T.

Q: What is the operating temperature range difference between substitutes?

A: The original MAX407ESA-T and most primary substitutes (MAX407ESA+T, LMC6442 variants, TS942IDT) operate from -40°C to 85°C. Secondary substitutes TLV2242ID, TLV2242IDR, and TS972IDT extend the upper temperature limit to 125°C. TS462CDT has a narrower range (-20°C to 70°C), making it unsuitable for the full industrial temperature range. Selection depends on application thermal requirements.

Q: Can TS462CDT replace MAX407ESA-T?

A: TS462CDT is not recommended as a substitute. While it maintains 8-SOIC packaging and dual-channel rail-to-rail configuration, the operating temperature range (-20°C to 70°C) does not cover the full industrial range (-40°C to 85°C) of the original part. Additionally, supply current is higher (2 mA per channel versus 1 µA), and the narrower temperature specification limits application flexibility.

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