Designing Comparator Circuits with 2 Different Thresholds

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In summary, A comparator is being designed with two different switching thresholds. The positive input is connected to a signal source and the negative is connected to a reference voltage. The first threshold is set at Vth+ = 3V and Vth- = 1V, while the second threshold is set at Vth+ = 8V and Vth- = 3V. Changing the reference voltage did not produce the desired results, so a T network was added to the hysteresis feedback network, with the grounded resistor open for the first set of thresholds and grounded for the second set. However, the math for the T network is still unclear. Another suggestion is to use 3 comparators at each threshold with hysteres
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I am trying to design a comparator which is required to have 2 different switching thresholds.

The comparator +ve input is connected to a signal source (triangle wave). The -ve is connected to a reference voltage.

The first threshold will be say Vth+ = 3V and Vth- = 1V
and second threshold Vth+ = 8V and Vth-= 3V

I tried changing the reference voltage. But both levels either go up or down.
I added a T network in the hysteresis feedback network. The grounded resistor in t network would be open for the first set of threshold and it would be grounded for the second set. It helps a bit. I can't figure out the math of t network.

Any other ideas?
 
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The easiest way is to allocate 3 comparators at each threshold reference level and do the hysteresis in a digital logic finite state-machine. That eliminates the variability and complexity of feedback loops and delays.
 
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Can you show us your circuit?
 

What is a comparator circuit?

A comparator circuit is an electronic circuit that compares two input signals and produces an output signal based on the comparison. It is commonly used in electronic devices to compare voltage levels and make decisions based on those comparisons.

Why would you need to design a comparator circuit with 2 different thresholds?

A comparator circuit with 2 different thresholds allows for more precise and specific comparisons to be made between input signals. This can be useful in applications where a small difference in voltage levels needs to be detected and acted upon.

What are the components needed to design a comparator circuit with 2 different thresholds?

The main components needed for designing a comparator circuit with 2 different thresholds are two comparators, resistors, and a voltage reference. The resistors are used to set the threshold levels, while the voltage reference provides a stable voltage for comparison.

What are some common applications of comparator circuits with 2 different thresholds?

Comparator circuits with 2 different thresholds are commonly used in applications such as overvoltage/undervoltage protection, temperature monitoring, and battery level detection. They can also be used in electronic devices that require precise and accurate voltage comparisons.

What are some important considerations when designing a comparator circuit with 2 different thresholds?

Some important considerations when designing a comparator circuit with 2 different thresholds include ensuring proper resistor values for the desired threshold levels, selecting appropriate comparators with fast response times, and minimizing noise interference to maintain accuracy in the voltage comparisons.

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