Understanding Current Gain in Push-Pull Amplifiers

In summary, push pull stage current gain is the amplification of input current in a push pull configuration using complementary transistors. It offers advantages such as increased efficiency and bidirectional current flow, but also has disadvantages such as circuit complexity and higher cost. Factors such as transistor characteristics, load impedance, and temperature can affect its performance.
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I'm trying to figure out the currubt gain for a class ab push pull amp. I know that it's basically two emitter followers, so am I correct in assuming that the current gain is just Beta?
 
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the current gain is basically the emitter current over the base curent

[tex]\frac{{{i_e}}}{{{i_b}}}\quad = \quad {h_{fe}} + 1[/tex]

With darlingtons you can forget the 1, but it can be significant with single transistors at high currents where the gain is maybe not more than 10.
 

What is push pull stage current gain?

The push pull stage current gain refers to the amplification of the input current in a push pull configuration, where two complementary transistors are used to drive a load. It is commonly used in audio amplifiers and power supplies.

How does push pull stage current gain work?

In a push pull configuration, one transistor conducts when the input signal is positive and the other conducts when the input signal is negative. This results in an amplified output current that is a combination of the two individual currents. The current gain is determined by the ratio of the output current to the input current.

What are the advantages of using push pull stage current gain?

Push pull stage current gain offers several advantages including increased efficiency, reduced distortion, and improved linearity. It also allows for bidirectional current flow, making it suitable for applications where both positive and negative signals need to be amplified.

What are the disadvantages of push pull stage current gain?

The main disadvantage of push pull stage current gain is the complexity of the circuit, which requires two transistors and additional components for proper operation. This can also make it more expensive to implement compared to single transistor circuits.

What factors affect the push pull stage current gain?

The push pull stage current gain can be affected by various factors such as the characteristics of the transistors used, the load impedance, and the operating temperature. It is important to carefully select and match the components to achieve the desired current gain and performance.

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