Pnp transistor voltage/current graph

In summary, the voltage and current relationship in a Pnp transistor is opposite to that of an Npn transistor. A Pnp transistor voltage/current graph is used to visualize and analyze the behavior of the transistor. It differs from an Npn transistor graph in terms of the direction of the scales. The shape of the graph is affected by various factors such as materials, doping levels, temperature, and external biasing voltages. The graph can also be used to determine the stability of a circuit by analyzing the operating points.
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in pnp transistor after some time on increasing voltage why the current become constant ?
 
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XuFyaN said:
in pnp transistor after some time on increasing voltage why the current become constant ?
which voltage you are talking about? if it is base voltage then it might be follows.
when applied voltage is given to transistor the current increases slowly.when applied voltage crosses the barrier potential of p-n junction(for si=0.7v and ge=0.3v) then the current becomes constant as no voltage drop across p-n junction.
 

1. How does the voltage and current relationship change in a Pnp transistor?

In a Pnp transistor, the voltage and current relationship is opposite to that of an Npn transistor. This means that in a Pnp transistor, a negative voltage applied to the base will allow a higher current to flow from collector to emitter.

2. What is the purpose of a Pnp transistor voltage/current graph?

A Pnp transistor voltage/current graph is used to visualize and analyze the behavior of a Pnp transistor under different voltage and current conditions. It helps in understanding the amplification and switching capabilities of the transistor and is an important tool in transistor circuit design.

3. How is the Pnp transistor voltage/current graph different from an Npn transistor graph?

The Pnp transistor voltage/current graph is different from an Npn transistor graph in terms of the direction of the voltage and current scales. In a Pnp transistor graph, the voltage scale is negative, and the current scale is positive, whereas in an Npn transistor graph, both scales are positive.

4. What factors affect the shape of the Pnp transistor voltage/current graph?

The shape of the Pnp transistor voltage/current graph is affected by various factors such as the type of material used in the transistor, the doping levels of the different regions, the temperature, and the external biasing voltages applied to the transistor.

5. How can the Pnp transistor voltage/current graph be used to determine the stability of a circuit?

The Pnp transistor voltage/current graph can be used to determine the stability of a circuit by analyzing the operating points of the transistor. If the operating points lie within the active region of the graph, the circuit is considered stable. However, if the operating points lie in the saturation or cutoff regions, the circuit may become unstable and may not function properly.

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