Transistor and FET Experiments
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What does the cutoff frequency define in the frequency response of the amplifier?

  • The frequency at which the gain is halved (correct)
  • The frequency with the highest output voltage
  • The maximum frequency responding to the output
  • The frequency at which the input signal is zero
  • What is the first step in the procedure for designing a common source FET amplifier?

  • Set the input sine wave value using CRO
  • Construct the circuit as shown in the circuit diagram (correct)
  • Vary the frequency from the AFO
  • Draw the graph of frequency response
  • Which formula is used to calculate gain in decibels (dB)?

  • Gain = (V0 + Vin) / 2
  • Gain = 20 log(V0/Vin) (correct)
  • Gain = V0 - Vin
  • Gain = Vin/V0
  • In the frequency response plot, what is typically shown on the X-axis?

    <p>Frequency in Hertz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you determine the bandwidth of an amplifier?

    <p>By finding the difference between upper and lower cutoff frequencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component is primarily used to create a common source FET amplifier?

    <p>Field-Effect Transistor (FET)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When varying frequency in the setup, what equipment is used to observe the output voltage?

    <p>Oscilloscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of noting the output voltage during the procedure?

    <p>It helps in calculating the gain of the amplifier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of the experiment involving the Darlington pair?

    <p>To design a current amplifier and calculate the gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the frequency response of a current series amplifier, what is being found during the experiment?

    <p>Bandwidth with and without feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 3dB line help to determine in the frequency response graph?

    <p>The lower and upper cutoff frequencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When constructing the current amplifier circuit, which component's value is primarily referenced from the datasheet?

    <p>Collector current (Ic) and hfe (β)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of wave form should the input signal be set to during the experiment?

    <p>Sine wave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mathematical formula is used to calculate the gain in dB for the amplifier?

    <p>Gain (dB) = 20 log(Vout/Vin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is essential in forming the current series amplifier as per the provided diagram?

    <p>Capacitor (C1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically plotted on the X-axis of the frequency response graph?

    <p>Frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula to calculate the resonant frequency in a circuit?

    <p>$f = \frac{1}{2\pi \sqrt{LC}}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a Hartley oscillator, how is the total inductance of the coils represented?

    <p>$Leq = L1 + L2$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What voltage is set for VCC when making connections in the procedures described?

    <p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the frequency of oscillations and the equivalent inductance and capacitance in a Hartley oscillator?

    <p>Frequency is inversely proportional to the square root of the product of inductance and capacitance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT mentioned as part of the Colpitts oscillator circuit diagram?

    <p>L1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which measurement is NOT part of the procedure for evaluating the oscillator output?

    <p>Calculate the phase shift of the output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a Colpitts oscillator, what is the primary purpose of the capacitors CIN and COUT?

    <p>To provide feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of configurations are typically used for the oscillator circuits discussed?

    <p>Tank and feedback configurations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between frequency and time period for an oscillator?

    <p>Frequency is the reciprocal of time period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a UJT relaxation oscillator, what does the variable $\eta$ represent?

    <p>The ratio of resistances in the circuit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which piece of equipment is essential for observing the output in a UJT relaxation oscillator?

    <p>An Oscilloscope.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected relationship between experimental and theoretical output frequency in oscillators?

    <p>Experimental values may vary from theoretical due to real-world factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a resistor in a UJT relaxation oscillator circuit?

    <p>To limit the current flow to the UJT.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When varying the voltage $V_{EB}$, what will you observe?

    <p>A corresponding change in current $I_E$.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the circuit diagram in the UJT relaxation oscillator experiment?

    <p>To provide a visual representation of component connections and layout.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would result from using a capacitor with a higher value in a UJT relaxation oscillator?

    <p>A longer time period for oscillation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the time constant T2 in the described circuit?

    <p>R2 and C2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When will transistor Q2 turn ON?

    <p>When C2 supplies voltage to the base of Q2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expression for the total period T in the symmetrical circuit?

    <p>T = 1.38RC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What values are chosen for the resistors R1 and R2 in practical applications?

    <p>10K each</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum collector current (ICmax) specified in the circuit?

    <p>10mA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the theoretical frequency formula derived from the total period T?

    <p>F = 1 / (1.38 RC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of capacitors C1 and C2 in the complementary push-pull amplifier circuit?

    <p>To couple and decouple AC signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the saturation voltage at the base-emitter junction of the transistor indicated in the specifications?

    <p>0.7V</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Transistor as a Switch

    • The experiment involves observing the input and output waveforms of a transistor acting as a switch
    • The experiment uses a transistor as a switch, with input and output waveforms observed using a CRO (Cathode Ray Oscilloscope)
    • The experiment measures and records the input and output voltage and time periods for different transistor types:
      • Transistor
      • FET
      • MOSFET
      • CMOS

    Design of Common Source FET Amplifier

    • The goal is to design a common source FET amplifier and plot its frequency response
    • The experiment uses a FET (Field Effect Transistor) amplifier with a common source configuration
    • The experiment measures and records the input and output voltage and time periods for different frequencies
    • The experiment determines the lower and upper cut-off frequencies by observing the 3dB point on the frequency response graph
    • The experiment calculates the bandwidth of the amplifier

    Design of Current Amplifier using Darlington Pair

    • The experiment involves designing a current amplifier using a Darlington pair and calculating its gain
    • The experiment utilizes a Darlington pair configuration for current amplification
    • The experiment measures and records the input and output voltage and time periods for different frequencies
    • The experiment determines the lower and upper cut-off frequencies by observing the 3dB point on the frequency response graph
    • The experiment calculates the bandwidth of the amplifier

    Frequency Response of Current Series Amplifier

    • The experiment involves constructing and analyzing the frequency response of a current series amplifier using a BJT (Bipolar Junction Transistor)
    • The experiment implements a current series amplifier with and without feedback, and measures the frequency response
    • The experiment determines the bandwidth of the amplifier with and without feedback

    Design of Hartley/Colpitts Oscillator

    • The experiment aims to design and test both Hartley and Colpitts oscillators, measuring their output frequencies
    • The experiment uses a Colpitts oscillator circuit with an LC tank circuit, measuring the oscillations' frequency
    • The experiment uses a Hartley oscillator circuit with an LC tank circuit, measuring the oscillations' frequency
    • The experiment compares the theoretical and practical values of the oscillator's output frequency

    Study the Characteristics of UJT and Design a Relaxation Oscillator using UJT

    • The experiment involves studying the characteristics of a UJT (Unijunction Transistor) and designing a relaxation oscillator using it
    • The experiment analyzes the input current (IE) and voltage (VEB) characteristics of a UJT, plotting them on a graph
    • The experiment designs a relaxation oscillator using a UJT, measuring the various parameters such as the valley point (Vv), peak point (Vp), time period, and frequency

    Design & Study of Astable Multivibrator

    • The experiment aims to design and study an astable multivibrator circuit using two transistors (Q1 and Q2)
    • The experiment analyses the output voltage waveforms at the collector and base of both transistors, measuring the frequency and time period
    • The experiment compares theoretical and practical values of the astable's output frequency

    Frequency Response Characteristics of Complementary Symmetry Push-Pull Amplifier

    • The experiment aims to analyze the frequency response of a complementary symmetry push-pull amplifier
    • The experiment uses a push-pull amplifier configuration with NPN and PNP transistors, measuring the amplifier's frequency response
    • The experiment measures the input and output voltage, gain, and bandwidth of the amplifier for different frequencies

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    This quiz covers experiments related to transistors and FET amplifiers. You will explore the transistor's function as a switch and the design of a common source FET amplifier, including measuring input/output voltages and determining frequency responses. Test your knowledge on various transistor types and their operational parameters.

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