Question

Whenever an IC is designed manufacturers use a

(a) Specific code and manufacturer’s name

(b) Specific code and specific type number

(c) Specific code and specific value

(d) Specific type number

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This interesting question is from Integrated Circuit Package Type, Pin Configuration and Temperature Range topic in division Operational Amplifier Characteristics of Linear Integrated Circuits

Answer 1

Answer: (b) Specific code and specific type number

Manufacturers use a specific code combined with a specific type number for IC identification. This allows for accurate identification of the integrated circuit's specifications, performance characteristics, temperature range, and package type.