3.3.3 - Voltage Gain Stage
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What is the primary function of the voltage gain stage in an op-amp?
💡 Hint: Think about why amplification is necessary in circuit design.
Define the common-source configuration in brief.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of source terminal in amplifying signals.
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What is the main purpose of a voltage gain stage?
💡 Hint: Remember the role of amplification in op-amp function.
Cascode configuration is used to:
💡 Hint: Reflect on the benefits of placing two transistors in series.
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Design an operational amplifier circuit using a common-source configuration and calculate its expected voltage gain. What factors could you manipulate to alter the gain?
💡 Hint: Look for components that can change the transconductance of your transistors.
Explain how the cascode configuration affects the bandwidth of an op-amp and its overall performance in high-speed applications.
💡 Hint: Think about how high-output impedance interacts with capacitance.
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