Non Inverting Amplifier Currents

In summary, for the typical non-inverting amplifier, the input current is ideally 0 A. However, the current going into ground is given by Vin/R1, where R1 is the resistor above ground. This means that the current through R1 is not coming from the battery and is not going to the battery. The amplifier has a high impedance input, so it draws very little current from the battery. The current through the circuit components comes from and goes to the DC power supply powering the circuit.
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I'm confused by the fact that for the typical non-inverting amplifier,
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(1) The input current is ideally 0 A.
but
(2) The current going into ground is given by Vin/R1 where R1 is the resistor above ground.

If Vin were provided by a battery for example, which has Voltage=0V on one side and Vin on the other doesn't this imply that the current isn't steady and charge is building up inside the battery?

Thanks!
 
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The amplifier will draw the corresponding current from its power supply, which is not part of that sketch. No relevant charges are built up.
 
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The current through R1 has not come from the battery, and is not going to the battery. The amplifier input is high impedance, so practically no current is drawn from the battery, as you stated.

As mfb indicated, current through the circuit components comes from/goes to the DC power supply powering the circuit (not marked in your schematic because everyone knows it's there anyway). :smile:
 

Related to Non Inverting Amplifier Currents

What is a non-inverting amplifier?

A non-inverting amplifier is a type of electronic circuit that amplifies an input signal without changing its polarity. It is composed of an operational amplifier (op-amp) and two resistors, and is often used in audio and signal processing applications.

How does a non-inverting amplifier work?

A non-inverting amplifier works by taking an input signal and amplifying it through the op-amp, which has a high input impedance and low output impedance. The two resistors in the circuit form a voltage divider, with the output signal being the amplified version of the input signal.

What is the gain of a non-inverting amplifier?

The gain of a non-inverting amplifier is equal to 1 + (R2/R1), where R2 is the feedback resistor and R1 is the input resistor. This means that the output signal will be greater than the input signal by a factor of the gain.

What are the advantages of using a non-inverting amplifier?

One of the main advantages of using a non-inverting amplifier is that it has a high input impedance, meaning it does not draw much current from the input signal source. It also has a low output impedance, allowing it to drive larger loads without affecting the output signal quality.

What are the applications of a non-inverting amplifier?

Non-inverting amplifiers are commonly used in audio and signal processing applications, such as audio amplifiers, filters, and voltage followers. They are also used in instrumentation and control systems, as well as in analog-to-digital converters.

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