30.3.2 - Voltage Swing and Drop Across Resistors
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What is the formula for voltage gain in common emitter amplifiers?
💡 Hint: Consider how gm and RC relate to the amplifier's operation.
Define quiescent current.
💡 Hint: Think about its importance to the operating point.
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What is the maximum theoretical gain in a common emitter amplifier determined by?
💡 Hint: Think about what parameters define gain.
True or False: Output swing can be increased by lowering the quiescent current.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of current on operating points.
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Design an amplifier circuit with required specifications: gain = 100, swing = ±5V, and power dissipation limits at 50mW. Provide component values and reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between gain, RC, and quiescent point to balance voltage.
Given a transistor with a β of 150, design a common emitter layout for a gain of 150. Establish required input and feedback capacitor values to maintain performance constraints.
💡 Hint: Review how β affects input/output currents in amplifier design.
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