The LM393 is a dual independent voltage comparator IC designed to operate from a single power supply over a wide voltage range. It provides low offset voltage and low power consumption, making it ideal for battery-operated and portable applications. The outputs of the LM393 can be connected to other open-collector outputs to achieve wired-AND functionality.

This IC is widely used in analog-to-digital conversion, zero-crossing detectors, and voltage level detectors. Its DIP-8 through-hole package ensures ease of prototyping and integration into standard circuit boards.

Features of LM393 Comparator IC:

1. Dual independent precision voltage comparators
2. Low input offset voltage: typically 2 mV
3. Wide single or dual supply voltage range: 2V to 36V (single supply)
4. Low supply current: 0.4mA per comparator (typical)
5. Output compatible with TTL and CMOS logic levels
6. Open collector output for wired-AND connections
7. High input impedance
8. DIP-8 package for easy mounting and soldering

Specifications of LM393 Comparator IC:

• Model: LM393
• Function: Dual Voltage Comparator
• Supply Voltage: 2V to 36V (single supply), ±1V to ±18V (dual supply)
• Input Offset Voltage: ±2 mV (typ.)
• Supply Current: 0.4 mA per comparator
• Package: DIP-8 – Through-Hole
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Output Type: Open Collector
  

Package Includes:

1 × LM393 Low Power Low Offset Voltage Dual Comparator IC – DIP-8 Package