The LMx39-N series consists of four independent precision voltage comparators with an
offset voltage specification as low as 2 mV maximum for all four comparators. These comparators
were designed specifically to operate from a single power supply over a wide range of voltages.
Operation from split power supplies is also possible and the low power supply current drain is
independent of the magnitude of the power supply voltage. These comparators also have a unique
characteristic in that the input common-mode voltage range includes ground, even though they are
operated from a single power supply voltage.
The
LMx39-N series was designed to directly interface with TTL and CMOS. When operated from both plus
and minus power supplies, the devices directly interface with MOS logic – where the low power drain
of the LM339 is a distinct advantage over standard comparators.
