TDA7266 instead TDA7266M

[OIsai.1]

I need to fix an audio amplifier that uses a TDA7266M. Unfortunately, I can only find TDA7266 (stereo version) in stores in my city. I compared the pins and it seems that I can use one channel without any modifications. What should I do with a disconnected channel? Is it enough to connect the input via a capacitor to ground?

[Peter BENSCH]

Welcome, @OIsai.1​, to the community!

Yes, you can use a TDA7266 instead of the TDA7266M and connect the second input (pin 12) to GND via a small capacitor.

Hope that helps?

Regards

/Peter

[OIsai.1]

Hi Peter.

Thank you for your reply. Admittedly, I waited a long time for an answer and I have already successfully completed the repair in an identical way, but this is a valuable confirmation that the amplifier will continue to work as before.

I have been working with ST components for a very long time, since the beginning of the 80s. At that time it was SGS :) I have always liked the simplicity of implementation and the reliability of the components. The only thing I regret is that you stopped producing some chips, for example the TDA2030-2050 series in the TO-220 housing.

Best regards,

Oliver

[Peter BENSCH]

You're welcome!

Yes, when worldwide sales have become too small and production is no longer profitable, unfortunately sometimes devices have to be discontinued. However, there are now some approaches to guarantee long-term availability - up to 15 years for some automotive components. Sometimes this counts from the launch date, sometimes as a rolling commitment, details can be found on the respective product website.

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Good luck!

/Peter