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Linear Systems designs and manufactures the highest-performance line of monolithic dual JFETs in the industry. Contact us for a quote! Back LSK589 LOW NOISE, LOW CAPACITANCE MONOLITHIC DUAL N-CHANNEL JFET The LSK589 is a Low Noise, Low Capacitance, Monolithic Dual N-Channel JFET. This part is targeted for use in a wide range of precision instrumentation and sensor applications. It is available in the TO-71 6L, SOIC 8L, SOT-23 6L and DFN 8L package, as well as in die form. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: LSK589 TO-71 6L RoHS LSK589 SOIC 8L RoHS LSK589 SOIC 8L RoHS LSK589 SOT-23 6L RoHS 589 DFN 8L RoHS LSK589 Die Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

DFN PACKAGE, SINGLE N-CHANNEL JFET SWITCH < Back 4391DFN Series DFN PACKAGE, SINGLE N-CHANNEL JFET SWITCH 4391DFN Series Single, Low Noise, N-Channel JFET Switch is a direct replacement for the Siliconix-Vishay equivalent part. It is ideal for Low Noise, High Gain, Low resistance Switching and Amplifier Applications. Available in the DFN 8L RoHS, TO-92 3L RoHS, TO-18 3L RoHS and SOT-23 3L RoHS package, as well as bare die. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: PN4391 TO-92 3L RoHS PN4392 TO-92 3L RoHS PN4393 TO-92 3L RoHS 2N4391 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N4392 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N4393 TO-18 3L RoHS SST4391 SOT-23 3L RoHS SST4392 SOT-23 3L RoHS SST4393 SOT-23 3L RoHS 2N4391 DIE 2N4392 DIE 2N4393 DIE Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

< Back LSK170 Press Release Linear Systems Mar 17, 2023 Direct Replacement for Toshiba 2SK170 LINEAR INTEGRATED SYSTEMS NEW ULTRA LOW NOISE JFETs TARGET AUDIO, INSTRUMENTATION, MEDICAL AND SENSORS LSK170 SERIES DELIVERS DIRECT PIN FOR PIN REPLACEMENT OF TOSHIBA'S 2SK170 FREMONT, Calif. January 25, 2005 Linear Integrated Systems, a leading full-service manufacturer of specialty linear semiconductors, announces the immediate availability of its LSK170 series of JFETs, optimized to provide low noise at both high and low frequency with a narrow range of IDSS and low capacitance. The LSK170's low noise to capacitance ratio and narrow range of low value IDSS provide solutions for low noise applications which cannot tolerate high values of capacitance or wide ranges of IDSS. The LSK170 offers a voltage noise (en) of 1nv/hz @ 1khz, 2nv/hz @ 10hz typical and a High Gain (yfs, 22ms), with only 22pf of capacitance (Ciss). This series has three grades of IDSS range: 2.6-6mA, 6.0-12mA, and 10-20mA. The narrow ranges of IDSS binning with the LSK170 promote ease of design tolerancing, particularly in low voltage applications. The LSK170 is ideal for portable battery operated applications, and features high BVDSS for maximum linear headroom in high transient program content amplifiers. The series has a uniquely linear VGS transfer function for a stability that is highly desirable, particularly for audio front-end preamplifiers. The device is available in surface mount SOT-23 and thru-hole TO-92 packages. The surface mount version of the LSK170 series creates new opportunities for engineers seeking to design lower noise circuits in compact embeddable applications where shielding and space is critical and are not supported with the traditional TO-92 package. The LSK170 series is a pin for pin replacement of the Toshiba 2SK170 and improved functional replacement for the Interfet IF1320, IF1330, IF1331, and IF4500. Superior Performance, Domestic Source The LSK170 is specifically designed for low noise, high input impedance applications within the audio, instrumentation, medical and sensors markets. Our new LSK170 series feature a unique low noise profile having nearly zero popcorn noise," says Dr. John Hall, Linear Integrated Systems founder and president. "Utilizing large scale integrated circuit technology to build the LSK170 series allows LIS to achieve the goals of high transconductance, low noise and a low value of gate to drain capacitance. This combined with recent developments in Ion Implant technology optimized for low noise has allowed the creation of this state-of-the-art product." Linear Integrated Systems domestic in-factory stock guarantees short lead times, ensuring no disruption in production schedules. Summary of Features: Low Noise (en <1 nv/hz @ 1khz, 2 nv/hz @ 10hz typ) Low Capacitance (20pf typ) High Input Impedance Availability in narrow IDSS grades/ranges (2.6-6mA, 6.0=12mA and 10-20mA) High Gain (Yfs = 22mS typ) High Breakdown Voltage (BVGSS = 40V Min) Improved pin for pin replacement for Toshiba 2SK170 Surface mount SOT23 version (not offered by Toshiba 2SK170) Improved functional replacement for Interfet IF1320, IF1330, IF1331, and IF4500 Applications: Audio amplifiers and preamps, discrete low-noise operational amplifiers, battery-operated audio preamps, guitar pickups, effects pedals, microphones, audio mixer consoles, acoustic sensors, sonobouys, hydrophones, chemical and radiation detectors, instrumentation amplifiers, accelerometers, CT scanners input stages, oscilloscope input stages, electrometers and vibrations detectors. Price: LSK170A TO-92 3L = $4.46 (1,000+ pieces), LSK170A SOT-23 3L = $4.62 (1,000+ pieces) Availability: Sampling now in SOT-23 and TO-92 package options Delivery: Factory Stock About Linear Integrated Systems Linear Integrated Systems, Inc. is a U.S.-based, full service manufacturer of specialty linear products founded in 1987 with headquarters in Fremont, California. The company's small-signal discrete product lines are specifically designed to service the new design and second-source requirements of customers in the audio, hybrid, medical, space, test and measurement markets. Linear Integrated Systems supplies pin for pin replacements for more than 2,000 discrete devices currently offered or discontinued by Interfet, Intersil, Micro Power Systems, Motorola, National, Fairchild, Toshiba, and Siliconix-Vishay. Linear Integrated Systems has more than 35 years of design and process expertise in JFET and transistor manufacturing. The company’s founder, Dr. John Hall, has an established track record of leadership within various segments of the semiconductor industry, including the founding of Intersil and Micro Power Systems, development of the first 1 Volt CMOS digital watch and numerous related semiconductor patents. Engineers are invited to contact Linear Integrated Systems for assistance with application or special testing issues. Phone 510-490-9160 Fax: 510-353-0261 Email: sales@linearsystems.com Website: www.linearsystems.com

LOW NOISE, LOW CAPACITANCE SINGLE P-CHANNEL JFET < Back LSJ289 LOW NOISE, LOW CAPACITANCE SINGLE P-CHANNEL JFET The LSJ289 is a Low Noise, Low Capacitance, Single P-Channel JFET. Available in the TO-92 3L RoHS and SOT-23 3L RoHS package, as well as die form. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: LSJ289 TO-92 3L RoHS LSJ289 SOT-23 3L RoHS LSJ289 Die Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

SINGLE, LOW NOISE, N-CHANNEL JFET SWITCH < Back 2N/PN/SST4391 Series SINGLE, LOW NOISE, N-CHANNEL JFET SWITCH The 2N/PN/SST4391 Series Single, Low Noise, N-Channel JFET Switch is a direct replacement for the Siliconix-Vishay equivalent part. It is ideal for Low Noise, High Gain, Low resistance Switching and Amplifier Applications. Available in the TO-92 3L RoHS, TO-18 3L RoHS, SOT-23 3L RoHS and DFN 8L RoHS package, as well as bare die. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: PN4391 TO-92 3L RoHS PN4392 TO-92 3L RoHS PN4393 TO-92 3L RoHS 2N4391 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N4392 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N4393 TO-18 3L RoHS SST4391 SOT-23 3L RoHS SST4392 SOT-23 3L RoHS SST4393 SOT-23 3L RoHS 2N4391 DIE 2N4392 DIE 2N4393 DIE Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

< Back AEA Linear Systems Mar 17, 2023 AEA’s Ribbon Microphones & Linears’ JFETs AEA When John Kurlander sought to capture the vast array of sound for the Lord of the Rings movies, he turned to Wes Dooley and his ribbon microphones. And for years, when Wes needed ultra-low-noise semiconductors to build and amplify those microphones, he turned to Linear Systems, Inc. “Linear Systems has kept that tradition going of making parts that are competitive with the [discontinued Toshiba] SK170s and 389s,” Dooley said in a recent interview. “And that gives us the ability to make compact, high-performance audio products.” “We make the quietest ribbon mic in the world, the A440, and the higher SPL A840. Both of them use the [Linear Systems] LSK389, for the output drivers and their current supply,” Dooley said. Dooley's company, Audio Engineering Associates (AEA), also uses the LSK389 in front ends of its RPQ and RPQ 500 preamplifiers, which were designed for use with ribbon microphones. AEA's microphone business started with ribbon mics for classical music used as movie scores. “John Kurlander did all three Lord of the Rings using AEA mics on strings left and right almost as strong in the mix as the main orchestra mics,” Dooley said. “When you work with such people, one really learns to be of service.” AEA's customer list reads like a Who's Who of Grammy and Academy Award-winning recording engineers and artists. Among the many examples, sound engineer Michael Bishop, winner of eight Grammy awards, extensively uses AEA's A840 microphones and AEA preamps for his recordings. Shawn Murphy, who's worked on over 330 films and won an Academy award for Jurassic Park, also relies on AEA's preamps and microphones. One of the best parts of AEA's website is the long list of reviews and mentions by users . Dooley, a lifelong ribbon microphone enthusiast and developer, got into the business by repairing ribbon mics built by RCA during the golden age of radio. “We started servicing mics in '76 when RCA shut down making them,” he said. “Many of our favorite RCA designs were from the mid '30s, when a designer's foremost tool was listening to live music. Critical listening was the gold standard as acoustical measurements were cumbersome.” “We've adopted that approach, which is: musicality trumps metrics. The mic has to sound good to people in the music business,” Dooley said. “If it doesn't sound good, measurements don't matter. Once you have a mic that sounds good to people who have experienced ears, then measurements are very important, as they are the key to consistent production.” “So we first strive to make sure it sounds musical, and then we measure what it does,” Dooley said. “Because, as one of my mentors, Richard Heyser, said, if it measures well but doesn't sound right, then you're measuring the wrong things. Often you find you don't know what the right thing to measure is. Over time you discover what those metrics might be. Ultimately, it's a matter of how it sounds. Since we come from an acoustic music tradition, it's pretty simple: you put the mic in front of live music, and compare that live sound with the reproduction, to see how close it is.” Dooley told the story of working with legendary bluegrass fiddle player/violinist Richard Greene. Greene, along with his wife, a violinist with the LA Chamber Orchestra, recorded samples using over 20 microphones. “The next day, when they had 'fresh ears,' they listened to all the recordings and said the one made using our ribbon microphones was the best,” Dooley said. “And that's what we try for, for the musicians to experience that this is the closest they've ever heard to an actual performance.” Asked to comment for this article, Greene had high praise for Dooley and his microphones. “Silky, smooth, best violin sound I ever heard, Wes is amazing and his tech support and other free maintenance are over the top,” Greene wrote. “I will never have any use for any other mic on my violin. I have the AEA 440.” Dooley said this close interaction with artists drives how he builds microphones and preamps. “The whole thing,” he said, “is to build tools they need. That is the key to survival for a small business doing high-performance products.” The LSK389 “is a very good part for manufacturing,” Dooley said. AEA uses the “C” grade of the LSK389. “We started with the 'A' [grade], but then we realized it didn't make any difference for what we were doing,” he said. The LSK389 is graded by IDSS ; all three grades have the same ultra-low-noise characteristics. The Linear Systems LSK389 part used by AEA is an ultra-low-noise junction field effect transistor. Linear System Founder and CEO John H. Hall began working on a JFET similar to Toshiba's 2SK389 about the time that the Japanese company began to discontinue the device 10 years ago. “Toshiba kept its production process for the 389 secret, so we had to figure out on our own how to build something to the same specification, which was extremely difficult,” Hall said. Expertise brought to Linear Systems is based on processes and products Hall developed since 1962 at Amelco, Union Carbide, Intersil, and Micro Power Systems. Hall, a protégé of Silicon Valley legend Dr. Jean Hoerni, was the director of IC Development at Union Carbide, co-founder and vice president of R&D at Intersil, and founder/president of Micro Power Systems. Much of Linear Systems' current development work focuses on lower-noise JFETs. The production techniques Hall conceived to squeeze the last bit of noise out of the 389 led to development of another part, the LSK489. The LSK489 has less transconductance than the 389, and though this increases noise slightly, it makes the part easier to design into new circuits. “While the 389 is the perfect part for some users, such as Wes Dooley, who need the lowest noise levels in existence, we found that the high gate-to-drain capacitance of the 389 caused problems for some of our other customers,” Hall said. “Building a high transconductance part, such as the 389, formed part of the basis for providing ultra-low-noise levels, but the high input capacitance causes intermodulation distortion in some higher-frequency applications,” Hall said. “Since we had created some advanced processing techniques to make the 389, we decided to go back and look at creating a part with lower capacitance using the same processes.” Though Dooley's ribbon microphone and other devices take advantage of the 389's low noise level, other developers could tolerate a slightly higher noise level in a part that has much lower input capacitance due to a lower transconductance, Hall said. The lower capacitance and other features make the LSK489 a lower-noise, functional replacement for Linear Systems' LS840-series of JFETs, as well as the Siliconix U401-403 series. Dooley's precision ribbon microphones are perfect applications of the LSK389, Hall said. “Both ribbon microphones and JFETs are very difficult to design and build, but there's really no other way to achieve the level of performance needed than to do the work this way.” The circuit design work using the LSK389s was done for AEA by Fred Forssell of http://www.forsselltech.com . For more on Dooley's microphones, go to: http://www.ribbonmics.com Data sheets for the LSK389 and LSK489, the application notes for the LSK489, and a good paper on general JFET theory and use can be downloaded at: http://linearsystems.com .

LOW NOISE N-CHANNEL JFET GENERAL PURPOSE AMPLIFIER < Back J/SST210 Series LOW NOISE N-CHANNEL JFET GENERAL PURPOSE AMPLIFIER The J/SST210 Series Single, Low Noise, N-Channel JFET, General Purpose Amplifier is a direct replacement for Fairchild, NXP and Siliconix-Vishay equivalent part. It is ideal for General Purpose and Low Noise Applications. Available in the TO-92 3L RoHS, SOT-23 3L RoHS package, as well as die form. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: J210 TO-92 3L RoHS J211 TO-92 3L RoHS J212 TO-92 3L RoHS SST210 SOT-23 3L RoHS SST211 SOT-23 3L RoHS SST212 SOT-23 3L RoHS J210 Die J211 Die J212 Die Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

2N5114 SERIES LOW ON-RESISTANCE, P-CHANNEL JFET SWITCH < Back 2N5114 Series 2N5114 SERIES LOW ON-RESISTANCE, P-CHANNEL JFET SWITCH The 2N5114 Series Low On-Resistance, P-Channel JFET Switch is a direct replacement for Siliconix-Vishay equivalent part. It is ideal for low resistance, low capacitance switching applications. Available in TO-18 3L RoHS package, as well as in die form. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information: Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: 2N5114 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N5115 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N5116 TO-18 3L RoHS 2N5114 Die 2N5115 Die 2N5116 Die Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

Linear Systems designs and manufactures the highest-performance line of monolithic dual JFETs in the industry. Contact us for a quote! Back SST/U440 Series WIDEBAND HIGH GAIN MONOLITHIC DUAL N-CHANNEL JFET AMPLIFIER The SST/U440 Series Wideband, High-Gain, Monolithic Dual N-Channel JFET Amplifier is targeted for use in a wide range of precision instrumentation and sensor applications. The series is available inThe SST/U440 Series Wideband, High-Gain, Monolithic Dual N-Channel JFET Amplifier is targeted for use in a wide range of precision instrumentation and sensor applications. The series is available in the TO-71 6L and SOIC 8L RoHS package, as well as in die form. Advance d screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: U440 TO-71 6L RoHS U441 TO-71 6L RoHS SST440 SOIC 8L RoHS SST441 SOIC 8L RoHS Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

Linear Systems designs and manufactures the highest-performance line of monolithic dual JFETs in the industry. Contact us for a quote! Back 2N/LS3954 Series LOW NOISE, LOW DRIFT, MONOLITHIC DUAL, N-CHANNEL JFET The 2N/LS3954 Series Low Noise, Low Drift, Monolithic Dual, N-Channel JFETs are ideal for amplifier applications. The series is a pin-for-pin replacement for National & Siliconix-Vishay 2N3954 Series. These devices are available in TO-71 6L, PDIP 8L and SOIC 8L RoHS package types, as well as bare die. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: LS3954A TO-71 6L RoHS LS3954 TO-71 6L RoHS LS3955 TO-71 6L RoHS LS3956 TO-71 6L RoHS LS3958 TO-71 6L RoHS LS3954A PDIP 8L RoHS LS3954 PDIP 8L RoHS LS3955 PDIP 8L RoHS LS3956 PDIP 8L RoHS LS3958 PDIP 8L RoHS LS3954A SOIC 8L RoHS LS3954 SOIC 8L RoHS LS3955 SOIC 8L RoHS LS3956 SOIC 8L RoHS LS3958 SOIC 8L RoHS LS3954A Die LS3954 Die LS3955 Die LS3956 Die LS3958 Die Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes

SINGLE, LOW NOISE, LOW CAPACITANCE, HIGH INPUT IMPEDANCE, N-CHANNEL JFET AMPLIFIER < Back LSK170 Series SINGLE, LOW NOISE, LOW CAPACITANCE, HIGH INPUT IMPEDANCE, N-CHANNEL JFET AMPLIFIER The LSK170 Single, Low Noise, Low Capacitance, High Input Impedance, N-Channel JFET Amplifier is a direct replacement for Toshiba 2SK170. It is ideal for Ultra Low Noise Audio/Acoustic Applications. Available in the TO-92 3L RoHS, SOT-23 3L RoHS and SOT-89 3L RoHS package, as well as in die form. Advanced screening options are available for our diverse product lineup, featuring JFETS, Bipolar transistors, MOSFETs, current regulators, and Diodes. Our special screening covers all the parameters listed in the standard datasheet, including comprehensive package pin-out. Connect with our experienced technical team to discuss your specific needs and tailor your requirements—email us at support@linearsystems.com or call (510) 490-9160. MOQ applies to these specialized services. Ordering Information Below are the options you have when ordering this part series: LSK170A TO-92 3L RoHS LSK170B TO-92 3L RoHS LSK170C TO-92 3L RoHS LSK170D TO-92 3L RoHS LSK170A SOT-23 3L RoHS LSK170B SOT-23 3L RoHS LSK170C SOT-23 3L RoHS LSK170D SOT-23 3L RoHS LSK170A SOT-89 3L RoHS LSK170B SOT-89 3L RoHS LSK170C SOT-89 3L RoHS LSK170D SOT-89 3L RoHS LSK170A Die LSK170B Die LSK170C Die LSK170D Die Datasheet Spice Model Application Notes