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FDA
SymbolsFully differential amplifier
Processes an analogue input to provide two complementary output signals around a defined common-mode level.
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A distinction that matters
Two output terminals distinguish a fully differential amplifier from a single-ended-output difference amplifier.
DIFF-AMP
SymbolsDifference amplifier
Produces an analogue output related to the difference between two input signals with the documented gain/reference arrangement.
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A distinction that matters
A difference amplifier rejects common input content according to its implementation; it does not establish galvanic isolation.
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