{"schemaVersion":1,"slug":"op-amp-differentiator","name":"Op-amp differentiator","kind":"symbol","abbreviation":"DIFFERENTIATOR","aliases":["analogue differentiator","differentiating amplifier"],"category":"logic-signals","drawingTypes":["Schematic"],"referenceFamilies":["Manufacturer"],"summary":"Uses an amplifier input/feedback arrangement to obtain a differentiating response over its intended operating band.","description":["Uses an amplifier input/feedback arrangement to obtain a differentiating response over its intended operating band.","On a schematic, identify the input capacitance, feedback path and bandwidth-limiting network and trace the differentiated output and reference. Keep the component tag and signal/reference names consistent across the control drawing, terminal schedule and device documentation.","A practical differentiator has an intended frequency range; the ideal mathematical label does not specify a stable component circuit.","The preview is an independently drawn educational functional reference. Add the selected component’s actual power pins, terminal numbers, timing or analogue reference details when producing a construction drawing."],"readingNotes":["Identify the input capacitance, feedback path and bandwidth-limiting network.","Trace the differentiated output and reference."],"drawingChecklist":["Label the input capacitance, feedback path and bandwidth-limiting network.","Cross-reference the differentiated output and reference.","Add the selected device or circuit documentation revision, power/reference connections and project signal convention."],"distinction":"A practical differentiator has an intended frequency range; the ideal mathematical label does not specify a stable component circuit.","facts":[{"label":"Common schematic mnemonic","value":"DIFFERENTIATOR — descriptive only; project/device documentation defines reference designations."},{"label":"Terminal / interface focus","value":"The input capacitance, feedback path and bandwidth-limiting network"},{"label":"Artwork scope","value":"Original educational functional/circuit reference; not a selected product pinout."}],"references":[{"sourceId":"pub-electronics-ti-differentiator","relevance":"Public primary manufacturer documentation establishes the component function or circuit/topology relationship. Preview geometry and drafting explanations are independently authored."}],"related":["op-amp-integrator","plc-io"],"artwork":"electronics-amp-differentiator","publishedOn":"2026-10-14","updatedOn":"2026-10-14","provenance":"independent-public-research","url":"https://eloragrid.ai/symbols/op-amp-differentiator","illustration":{"url":"https://eloragrid.ai/library/illustrations/op-amp-differentiator.svg","scope":"Original educational concept; not an official standard graphic or product footprint","license":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"},"sources":[{"id":"pub-electronics-ti-differentiator","title":"Differentiator circuit reference, SBOA276","publisher":"Texas Instruments","url":"https://www.ti.com/lit/pdf/sboa276","type":"manufacturer","scope":"Public differentiating-amplifier function and bandwidth context. No component values, complete design or manufacturer drawing is copied.","checkedOn":"2026-10-14","reuse":"link-only","relevance":"Public primary manufacturer documentation establishes the component function or circuit/topology relationship. Preview geometry and drafting explanations are independently authored."}]}