Anything interesting you can do with an otherwise unused op amp?

Started by EBK, October 20, 2016, 11:55:01 PM

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EBK

I recently designed a couple circuits that happen to require 3 op amps, but I elected to use TL074s for both designs.  I've properly terminated the unused op amp in each layout, but it seems somehow wasteful to not utilize the entire quad package.  So, I was wondering if anyone had any interesting ideas for how to put an otherwise unused op amp to use.  All suggestions, from serious to outright wacky would be appreciated.  Thanks!
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bluebunny

Make a nice stable VREF out of it (assuming you need a VREF).
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nocentelli

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antonis

Quote from: GibsonGM on October 21, 2016, 06:29:55 AM
Input buffer?
Only if there is an inverting input with a low value Rg..  :icon_wink:

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slacker

Phase inverter,  wet/dry or clean/dirty blender/mixer , rectifier for octave up.

R.G.

Tunable resonance or notch filter to add some really noticeable voicing.
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Ben Lyman

...recently designed a couple circuits...

Yes, but what are they?
Is it a mixer with active EQ, buffered input, phase inverter and a tunable notch filter?  ;)
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EBK

I intentionally left out the details of what my original circuits were because I'm seeking to improve my mind rather than improve those specific circuits.   :icon_wink:

Great suggestions, all! 

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GibsonGM

Quote from: antonis on October 21, 2016, 08:25:22 AM
Quote from: GibsonGM on October 21, 2016, 06:29:55 AM
Input buffer?
Only if there is an inverting input with a low value Rg..  :icon_wink:

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Just playing the smart guy, Sir .. :icon_redface:

Depends on what your input impedance requirement is!!  :)   LOL     My LP is pretty 'sharp', and actually sounds better with some tone suck, like a wah, first in the chain....
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EBK

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