Electronic – Why is the op-amp oscillating

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I am attempting to build the following circuit using an LM6171 op-amp. I know that this op-amp is unity-gain stable. I previously had this circuit working with an LT1637 op-amp, but I had to switch parts for a higher GBWP.

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I want to put a low amplitude sine wave (10 mV, peak-peak) on the input. The output is connected to a low impedance load (< 10 ohms) through a relay, which is normally off (so normally open circuit).

When I switch on the power, the output shows a ~20 V, 20 MHz sine wave (without me applying any voltage to the input). Why is this op-amp oscillating? I am not sure what part of the datasheet would give me a clue here – I figured that the main issue was the phase margin.

Best Answer

Try something more like this- you may have to fiddle with the value of the capacitor to optimize it if you need really high frequency response.

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