Product Overview
ZA801M1 Modular Operational Amplifier - Vintage Hybrid Discrete, ±15V DC, Brick Package
Condition
Single unit available. Unused NOS - no signs of installation or use. Evaluation: Visual inspection only. Function testing not performed. Sourced from legacy electronics supply chain recovery. Backed by our no-hassle guarantee.
Ships same business day from Idaho. Packed carefully.
Product Overview
Zeltex ZA801M1 is a modular operational amplifier from the ZA-series line of hybrid and discrete op-amp building blocks. Designed for precision analog signal conditioning in modular instrumentation and control systems, it packages internal discrete components in a hard-potted brick housing. The M1 suffix designates a specific performance or testing grade within the ZA801 family. Operates from a bipolar DC power supply and mounts into a dedicated modular socket or PCB footprint - not compatible with standard 8-pin DIP or SOIC sockets.
Key Features
- Model: ZA801M1 - ZA-series operational amplifier, M1 grade
- Function: Operational amplifier - analog signal amplification and conditioning
- Power supply: ±15V DC bipolar (standard for ZA series)
- Package: Modular potted brick, approximately 1.125" × 1.125"
- Pin configuration: 7-pin or 9-pin layout (standard vintage Zeltex modular format)
- Construction: Hard-potted epoxy enclosure with discrete internal components
- Slew rate and gain bandwidth product: Not confirmed - verify against Zeltex ZA801M1 datasheet before use
Applications
- Direct replacement in legacy modular instrumentation racks using Zeltex ZA-series sockets
- Analog signal conditioning in 1960s-1970s era control and measurement systems
- Restoration of vintage aerospace guidance simulators and analog computers
- Lab and research equipment preservation where modern IC substitution is not feasible due to pinout or voltage constraints
Frequently Asked Questions
What power supply does the ZA801M1 require?
A bipolar ±15V DC supply is standard for the ZA series. Confirm against the ZA801M1 datasheet for the M1 variant before powering.
Will this fit a standard IC socket?
No. The ZA801M1 uses a modular brick package (approximately 1.125" × 1.125") with a 7-pin or 9-pin layout. It is not compatible with 8-pin DIP or SOIC sockets. A matching Zeltex modular socket or dedicated PCB footprint is required.
Has this unit been function tested?
No. Evaluation: Visual inspection only. Function testing not performed. The unit shows no signs of prior installation. Bench testing requires a bipolar supply matched to this module's specifications.
What is the risk of internal component drift in a potted module this age?
Potted modules cannot be repaired if internal discrete components have drifted over time. Inspect pins for oxidation before seating. Verify performance against spec after powering in a controlled bench setup.
Is this a military-grade part?
The M1 suffix within the ZA series is associated with a specific performance or thermal testing grade, which may include military-specification screening. Not confirmed - verify against the Zeltex ZA801M1 datasheet before use.
The ZA801M1 is a hard-to-source discrete module. Cross-reference the Zeltex ZA-series datasheet to confirm pinout and supply voltage compatibility with your system before installation.
