Practice Jfet Self-bias Calculations (11.3) - BJT and FET Biasing for Stable Operation
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JFET Self-Bias Calculations

Practice - JFET Self-Bias Calculations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of self-bias in JFET circuits?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between feedback and stability.

Question 2 Easy

What is the significance of the pinch-off voltage in JFET operation?

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of gate voltage on drain current.

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Question 1

What is the primary advantage of JFET self-biasing?

It increases gain
It stabilizes the Q-point
It reduces noise

💡 Hint: Consider why maintaining the Q-point is essential in amplifier circuits.

Question 2

True or False: VGS for N-channel JFET in self-bias must be positive.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of pinch-off and saturation.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A JFET has IDSS = 4mA and VP = -2V. If the desired ID = 2mA, find the corresponding VGS and determine the RS needed if ID is expected to increase to 3mA.

💡 Hint: Ensure to realize how VGS changes with respect to ID based on Shockley's formula.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a self-bias circuit for a JFET with VDD = 10V, aiming for ID = 2mA with IDSS = 3mA and VP = -1V. Calculate RD and RS.

💡 Hint: Focus on maintaining balance of currents across the key resistors to optimize the design.

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