BJT Amplifier Circuits
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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?

  • 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?

  • Higher voltage gain
  • Lower input impedance
  • Higher output impedance
  • Higher current gain (correct)

    • In a Common Base amplifier, what is the AC ground point?

    <p>Base (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is common to both Common Emitter and Common Collector amplifiers?

    <p>Low output impedance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic that makes the Common Emitter amplifier suitable for amplifying low-level signals?

    <p>High current gain and voltage gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary application of a Darlington Pair?

    <p>High-current applications (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which BJT amplifier configuration is commonly used for impedance matching and voltage buffering?

    <p>Common Collector (CC) amplifier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of using a Common Base amplifier in high-frequency amplification?

    <p>High voltage gain and low input impedance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amplifier configuration is commonly used in audio amplifiers, and why?

    <p>Common Emitter (CE) amplifier, due to its high voltage gain and current gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the Common Collector amplifier that makes it suitable for voltage regulators?

    <p>High current gain and low output impedance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amplifier configuration has the highest voltage gain among the three common BJT amplifier configurations?

    <p>Common Emitter (CE) amplifier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    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 amplifiers primarily provide impedance matching and current amplification.

    Darlington Pair Advantage

    Darlington Pairs offer a higher current gain compared to a single transistor.

    Common Base AC Ground

    The base is the AC ground point in a Common Base amplifier.

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    CE/CC Common Characteristic

    Both Common Emitter (CE) and Common Collector (CC) amplifiers have low output impedance.

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    CE Amplifier's Low-Level Signal Suitability

    High current gain and voltage gain make Common Emitter (CE) amplifiers suitable for amplifying weak signals.

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    Darlington Pair Application

    Darlington Pairs are primarily used in high-current applications.

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    Impedance Matching Amplifier

    The Common Collector (CC) amplifier configuration is often used for impedance matching and voltage buffering.

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    Common Base High-Frequency Advantage

    Common Base amplifiers are good for high-frequency amplification because of their high voltage gain and low input impedance.

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    Audio Amplifier Configuration

    Common Emitter (CE) amplifiers are commonly used in audio applications due to their high voltage and current gain.

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    CC Amplifier and Voltage Regulators

    Common Collector (CC) amplifiers are suitable for use in voltage regulators thanks to a high current gain along with a low output impedance.

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    Highest Voltage Gain Amplifier

    The Common Emitter (CE) amplifier configuration has the highest voltage gain out of the three common BJT amplifier configurations.

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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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