Practical No 14
Practical No 14
Practical No 14
Practical No. 14 : Simulate Inverting / Non-inverting Amplifier Circuit Via IC 741 using EDA Tool
I Practical Significance:
The μA741 is a widely used operational amplifier (op-amp) integrated circuit (IC) known for its versatility and
ease of use. Op-amps are high-gain differential amplifiers with two main input terminals (inverting and non-
inverting) and a single output. By manipulating how signals are applied to these inputs and incorporating
external resistors, we can achieve various functionalities. Two fundamental configurations using the μA741 are
inverting and non-inverting amplifiers.
1. Search required part from EveryCircuit library and place it on design page.
4. Wire design as per Inverting / Non-inverting Amplifier Circuit (Via IC 741) Diagram.
IV Practical Outcome
Draw/Simulate/test the Inverting / Non-inverting Amplifier Circuit Via IC 741.
Inverting Amplifier :
An inverting amplifier utilizes the inverting input terminal of the op-amp.
Definition:
An inverting amplifier is a circuit that amplifies an input voltage signal and inverts its phase (output is 180° out
of phase with the input).
Working Principle:
The inverting input acts as a virtual ground due to the op-amp's high open-loop gain. The input voltage creates
a current flow through a resistor (R1) connected to this terminal. This current is mirrored through a feedback
resistor (Rf) connected to the output and the inverting input, creating a voltage drop across Rf. The op-amp
adjusts its output voltage to maintain the virtual ground at the inverting input, effectively amplifying the
difference between the input voltage and the voltage at the inverting input (which is nearly zero).
Working:
The gain (voltage amplification) of an inverting amplifier is determined by the ratio of the feedback resistor
(Rf) to the input resistor (R1) and can be calculated using the formula: Gain (Av) = -Rf / R1.
Advantages:
Disadvantages:
• Signal amplification.
• Audio pre-amplifiers.
Non-Inverting Amplifier :
A non-inverting amplifier uses the non-inverting input terminal of the op-amp.
Definition:
A non-inverting amplifier amplifies an input voltage signal without inverting its phase (output is in phase with
the input).
Working Principle:
The input signal is applied directly to the non-inverting input terminal. A voltage divider network formed by
resistors R1 and R2 sets a reference voltage at the inverting input. The op-amp amplifies the difference
between the voltage at the non-inverting input (the input signal) and the reference voltage at the inverting
input.
Working:
The gain of a non-inverting amplifier is determined by the ratio of the feedback resistor (Rf) to the sum of
resistors R1 and R2 and can be calculated using the formula: Gain (Av) = 1 + Rf / (R1 + R2).
Advantages:
Disadvantages:
• Slightly more complex circuit compared to the inverting amplifier.
• Gain is always greater than or equal to 1 (cannot attenuate the signal).
• Signal buffering (high input impedance prevents loading of the signal source).
• Voltage level shifting.
• Voltage followers (with Rf = R1).