Electrical Engineering Glossary Definition for Transimpedance Amplifier

Definition

An amplifier which converts a current to a voltage. It is a familiar component in fiber-communications modules.

The unit for transresistance is the ohm.

See: Transconductance Amplifier Buffers Current Transformer

Synonyms

• ICVS
• Transresistance Amplifier
• Norton amplifier
• TIA
• current controlled voltage source

Related Parts

• MAX3657 - 155Mbps Low-Noise Transimpedance Amplifier
• MAX3658 - 622Mbps, Low-Noise, High-Gain Transimpedance Preamplifier
• MAX3825 - +3.3V, 2.5Gbps, Quad, Transimpedance Amplifier for System Interconnects

See Also

• Transconductance Amplifier
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