66.6.1 - Voltage Gain Limitations
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What does voltage gain represent in an amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about how much the amplifier changes the input voltage.
What is a common emitter amplifier?
💡 Hint: It uses a specific type of transistor.
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What defines the voltage gain in an amplifier?
💡 Hint: Focus on the voltage aspects of the gain.
Is it true that an active load can increase the voltage gain of an amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about how active components function in circuits.
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Design a common emitter amplifier using an active load that achieves a voltage gain of at least 10, given a quiescent collector current of 3mA and a supply voltage of 10V. What considerations should you keep in mind?
💡 Hint: Focus on balancing gain with voltage constraints.
Discuss the trade-offs in using higher resistance in passive loads versus implementing an active load in terms of gain and thermal management.
💡 Hint: Analyze the benefits of thermal management in designs.
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