Analog Electronics: Emitter Follower Working Principle

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the working principle of an emitter follower, also known as a common collector amplifier, including requests for circuit diagrams and explanations of its applications.

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  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Participants seek clarification on the definition and working principle of an emitter follower.
  • Some participants suggest using external resources like Wikipedia and HyperPhysics for additional information and diagrams.
  • One participant expresses appreciation for the shared links, indicating they found the resources helpful.
  • A participant comments on the speed of another's posting, suggesting a light-hearted interaction.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no clear consensus on the explanation of the emitter follower, as participants primarily share resources rather than engage in detailed technical discussion or debate.

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Participants have not provided detailed explanations or circuit diagrams within the thread, relying instead on external links for information.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in analog electronics, specifically those looking to understand the emitter follower configuration and its applications.

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What is an emitter follower? I want to know its working principle with proper circuit diagram..
 
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kuchun said:
What is an emitter follower? I want to know its working principle with proper circuit diagram..

As in your other thread, Google and wikipedia are your friends:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emitter_follower

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Here is a good place that will be helpful I hope

The common collector amplifier, often called an emitter follower since its output is taken from the emitter resistor...

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electronic/npncc.html"

npncc2.gif


And some good applications.

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electronic/emitfol.html"
 
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Berkeman. You're too fast in posting. :smile:
 
dlgoff said:
Here is a good place that will be helpful I hope



http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electronic/npncc.html"

npncc2.gif


And some good applications.

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/electronic/emitfol.html"
Thanx, it was a great link...
 
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