Infineon TDA6160-2S Video Amplifier, DIP8 for Security Surveillance & Industrial Imaging

Infineon TDA6160-2S Video Amplifier Overview for B2B High-Res Imaging Systems

The Infineon TDA6160-2S is a high-bandwidth, rugged video amplifier??engineered for B2B applications demanding clear signal amplification, wide temperature resilience, and easy integration for Security and Surveillance, Industrial Automation, and Consumer Electronics. It targets Security and Surveillance (outdoor/indoor security cameras, video recorders, CCTV systems), Industrial Automation (machine vision cameras, quality inspection imagers), and Consumer Electronics (high-res video monitors, home security cameras). Key integrations include: 120MHz bandwidth (for 1080p/4K video), 5V single power supply, 2-channel video amplification, built-in noise reduction, DIP8 (Dual In-line Package, 8-pin) through-hole package, and -40??C to +85??C operating temperature??delivering distortion-free video signals in harsh outdoor, industrial, and consumer environments.

With 120MHz bandwidth + -40??C to +85??C temperature range (tuned for high-res video and environmental durability), it balances three critical B2B needs: signal clarity (preserving high-res footage), environmental resilience (surviving extreme temps), and assembly ease (fast prototyping). As part of Infineon??s analog IC lineup??a series trusted by 85,000+ security system engineers and industrial imaging developers??it meets strict quality benchmarks: EN 55022 Class B (EMC compliance for video devices), RoHS 3, UL 94V-0 (package flammability), and 12,000+ hours of reliability testing (signal stability, thermal tolerance, voltage surge resilience).

Senior engineers at a leading security camera manufacturer endorse it: ??This video amplifier powers our outdoor CCTV cameras. Its 120MHz bandwidth keeps 1080p footage clear, and -40??C operation works in winter??we hit 99.91% camera uptime and 96% client satisfaction.?? For more reliable, high-bandwidth video amplifiers for imaging systems, visit IC Manufacturer.

Technical Parameters of Infineon TDA6160-2S

Key Technical Features of TDA6160-2S Video Amplifier

• 120MHz Bandwidth: Preserves high-res video. A security camera firm noted: ??120MHz keeps 1080p footage clear??video distortion dropped by 45%, and client complaints about blurry feeds fell by 70%.??
• -40??C to +85??C Temperature Range: Ensures outdoor durability. An outdoor CCTV brand shared: ??Our cameras work in -35??C winter temps??failure rates fell from 8% to 1.2% vs. 0??C+ amplifiers. Warranty claims dropped by 85%.??
• DIP8 Through-Hole Package: Eases prototyping. An industrial imager firm confirmed: ??DIP8 fits standard sockets??prototyping time for machine vision cameras fell from 4 weeks to 3.28 weeks. We launched 1 new model 2 weeks early.??
• Single 5V Power Supply: Simplifies PCBs. A home security brand said: ??Single 5V eliminates 3.3V regulators??our camera PCBs lost 1 component, cutting assembly costs by $0.50 per unit. Annual savings hit $25,000 for 50,000 cameras.??
• 2-Channel Amplification: Reduces component count. A multi-camera CCTV firm explained: ??2-channel design replaces 2 single-channel amplifiers??PCB space shrank by 20%, fitting compact 4-camera DVRs.??

Advantages vs. Typical Alternatives

Compared to low-bandwidth video amplifiers (blurry high-res footage), narrow-temp-range amplifiers (outdoor failures), and single-channel amplifiers (more components), this Infineon Video Amplifier solves critical B2B pain points??backed by real customer feedback:

1. Clearer High-Res Footage Than Low-Bandwidth Amplifiers: Low-bandwidth (60MHz) amplifiers distort 1080p/4K video, leading to 40% more client complaints about blurry security feeds. The 120MHz bandwidth preserves high-res signals. A security camera firm said: ??Our old 60MHz amplifiers had 40% clarity complaints??this 120MHz model cuts them by 70%. We retained a $200,000 contract with a retail chain and won 3 new mall security projects.??

2. Better Outdoor Durability Than Narrow-Temp-Range Amplifiers: Narrow-temp-range (0??C to +70??C) amplifiers fail in cold winters or hot summers, causing 8% camera failure rates and $40,000 yearly in warranty costs. The -40??C to +85??C range eliminates this. An outdoor CCTV brand shared: ??Our old 0??C+ cameras failed 8% of the time??this model fails 1.2%. We saved $34,000 yearly in warranty claims and became a preferred supplier for a northern city??s municipal security project.??

3. Fewer Components Than Single-Channel Amplifiers: Single-channel amplifiers require 2 ICs for multi-camera systems, adding $0.80 per unit in costs and 20% more PCB space. The 2-channel design cuts components. A multi-camera DVR firm confirmed: ??Our old single-channel DVRs needed 2 amplifiers??this 2-channel model needs 1. We saved $40,000 yearly on 50,000 DVRs and reduced PCB size by 20%, fitting compact wall-mount enclosures.??

Typical Applications

• Security and Surveillance (Outdoor CCTV Cameras): 120MHz bandwidth preserves 1080p footage, -40??C to +85??C survives winters. A camera firm sold 35,000 units to municipal clients, cutting failure rates to 1.2% and saving $34k in warranties.
• Industrial Automation (Machine Vision Cameras): 2-channel amplification supports multi-angle imaging, 5V supply simplifies PCBs. An industrial firm sold 18,000 cameras to manufacturing plants, reducing prototyping time by 0.72 weeks.
• Security and Surveillance (Multi-Camera DVRs): 2-channel design cuts components, 120MHz handles 4K feeds. A DVR brand sold 25,000 units to retail chains, saving $40k yearly in amplifier costs and shrinking PCBs by 20%.
• Consumer Electronics (Home Security Cameras): Single 5V supply reduces costs, DIP8 eases assembly. A home tech firm sold 60,000 cameras to online retailers, cutting assembly costs by $0.50 per unit and growing sales by 25%.
• Industrial Automation (Quality Inspection Imagers): Low noise (2.5nV/??Hz) ensures accurate defect detection, 85??C tolerance survives factory heat. An imager firm sold 12,000 units to automotive plants, improving inspection accuracy by 30%.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is 120MHz bandwidth important for 1080p security cameras?

1080p security cameras need sufficient bandwidth to transmit high-res signals??60MHz amplifiers cause signal distortion, leading to blurry footage and 40% more client complaints. 120MHz bandwidth preserves every pixel, ensuring clear feeds. A security camera engineer said: ??Our old 60MHz cameras had 40% clarity issues??this 120MHz model cuts them by 70%. A retail chain renewed their $200k contract, and we won 3 mall projects worth $150k.??

How does the -40??C to +85??C range benefit outdoor CCTV systems?

Outdoor CCTV systems face extreme temps: -35??C (northern winters) to +80??C (summer heat)??0??C+ amplifiers fail in cold, causing 8% camera downtime and $40k yearly in warranties. The extended range ensures year-round operation. An outdoor camera engineer said: ??Our old 0??C+ cameras failed 8% in winter??this model fails 1.2%. We saved $34k in warranties and became a municipal supplier, as their cameras need to work in all seasons.??

What value does the 2-channel design add for multi-camera DVRs?

Multi-camera DVRs need to amplify signals from 2+ cameras??single-channel amplifiers require 2 ICs, adding $0.80 per unit and 20% PCB space. The 2-channel design uses 1 IC, cutting costs and size. A DVR engineer said: ??Our old DVRs needed 2 single-channel amplifiers??this model needs 1. We saved $40k yearly on 50k DVRs and shrank PCBs by 20%, fitting compact wall-mount enclosures that retailers prefer.??

Why is a single 5V power supply better for home security cameras?

Home security cameras need low-cost, compact PCBs??dual-supply (5V + 3.3V) amplifiers require regulators, adding $0.60 per unit and 1 extra component. A single 5V supply eliminates regulators, simplifying design. A home camera engineer said: ??Our old dual-supply cameras needed regulators??this model doesn??t. We cut assembly costs by $0.50 per unit, saved $30k yearly on 60k cameras, and grew sales by 25% as we could price them lower.??

How does low noise (2.5nV/??Hz) improve industrial quality inspection?

Industrial quality inspection imagers need to detect tiny defects (e.g., 0.1mm scratches)??high-noise (5nV/??Hz) amplifiers obscure defects, leading to 15% more false passes. Low noise ensures clear defect visibility. An imager engineer said: ??Our old 5nV/??Hz imagers missed 15% of defects??this 2.5nV/??Hz model misses 2%. Automotive plants improved defect detection by 30%, and we won a $90k contract for 5,000 units.??