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In a Common Emitter amplifier, what is the polarity of the output voltage with respect to the input voltage?
In a Common Emitter amplifier, what is the polarity of the output voltage with respect to the input voltage?
- Unity gain
- Out of phase by 90 degrees
- In-phase
- Inverted (correct)
What is the primary function of a Common Collector amplifier?
What is the primary function of a Common Collector amplifier?
- Current amplification only
- Voltage amplification and impedance matching
- Impedance matching and current amplification (correct)
- Voltage amplification
What is the primary advantage of using a Darlington Pair?
What is the primary advantage of using a Darlington Pair?
- Higher voltage gain
- Lower input impedance
- Higher output impedance
- Higher current gain (correct)
In a Common Base amplifier, what is the AC ground point?
In a Common Base amplifier, what is the AC ground point?
What characteristic is common to both Common Emitter and Common Collector amplifiers?
What characteristic is common to both Common Emitter and Common Collector amplifiers?
What is the main characteristic that makes the Common Emitter amplifier suitable for amplifying low-level signals?
What is the main characteristic that makes the Common Emitter amplifier suitable for amplifying low-level signals?
What is the primary application of a Darlington Pair?
What is the primary application of a Darlington Pair?
Which BJT amplifier configuration is commonly used for impedance matching and voltage buffering?
Which BJT amplifier configuration is commonly used for impedance matching and voltage buffering?
What is the main advantage of using a Common Base amplifier in high-frequency amplification?
What is the main advantage of using a Common Base amplifier in high-frequency amplification?
Which amplifier configuration is commonly used in audio amplifiers, and why?
Which amplifier configuration is commonly used in audio amplifiers, and why?
What is the main characteristic of the Common Collector amplifier that makes it suitable for voltage regulators?
What is the main characteristic of the Common Collector amplifier that makes it suitable for voltage regulators?
Which amplifier configuration has the highest voltage gain among the three common BJT amplifier configurations?
Which amplifier configuration has the highest voltage gain among the three common BJT amplifier configurations?
Flashcards
Common Emitter Output Polarity
Common Emitter Output Polarity
The output voltage in a Common Emitter amplifier is inverted with respect to the input voltage.
Common Collector Function
Common Collector Function
Common Collector amplifiers primarily provide impedance matching and current amplification.
Darlington Pair Advantage
Darlington Pair Advantage
Darlington Pairs offer a higher current gain compared to a single transistor.
Common Base AC Ground
Common Base AC Ground
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CE/CC Common Characteristic
CE/CC Common Characteristic
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CE Amplifier's Low-Level Signal Suitability
CE Amplifier's Low-Level Signal Suitability
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Darlington Pair Application
Darlington Pair Application
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Impedance Matching Amplifier
Impedance Matching Amplifier
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Common Base High-Frequency Advantage
Common Base High-Frequency Advantage
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Audio Amplifier Configuration
Audio Amplifier Configuration
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CC Amplifier and Voltage Regulators
CC Amplifier and Voltage Regulators
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Highest Voltage Gain Amplifier
Highest Voltage Gain Amplifier
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Study Notes
BJT Amplifier Circuits
Common Emitter (CE) Amplifier
- Most common BJT amplifier configuration
- Provides voltage gain, but not current gain
- Emitter is at AC ground
- Collector voltage is amplified and inverted
- Base voltage is input signal
- Characteristics:
- Voltage gain: moderate to high
- Current gain: low
- Input impedance: high
- Output impedance: low
Common Collector (CC) Amplifier (Emitter Follower)
- Used for impedance matching and current amplification
- Emitter voltage follows base voltage
- Collector is at AC ground
- Base voltage is input signal
- Characteristics:
- Voltage gain: near unity
- Current gain: high
- Input impedance: high
- Output impedance: low
Common Base (CB) Amplifier
- Used for impedance matching and voltage amplification
- Base is at AC ground
- Emitter voltage is amplified and inverted
- Collector voltage is input signal
- Characteristics:
- Voltage gain: high
- Current gain: low
- Input impedance: low
- Output impedance: high
Darlington Pair
- Two BJTs connected in a configuration to increase current gain
- Alpha (α) of the pair is higher than a single BJT
- Used in high-current applications
- Characteristics:
- High current gain
- High input impedance
- Low output impedance
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