Capacitors in Common Emitter Amplifier Circuit ?

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Using capacitors in a Common Emitter Amplifier (CEA) circuit is essential for proper biasing and signal coupling. Two capacitors are recommended: one after the voltage source feeding the base and another before the voltage source feeding the collector. These capacitors serve to filter DC components, ensuring that the transistor operates effectively as an amplifier. Additionally, an AC coupling capacitor is necessary to transfer the output signal from the collector to the next stage of amplification.

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Capacitors in "Common Emitter Amplifier" Circuit ?

Should i use Capacitors in "Common Emitter Amplifier" ( CEA ) Circuit ?

As i saw many CEA circuits designed without any capacitors there !

And also hear that it's better to use two capacitors, one after the Voltage Source ( that feeds the Base ), And another Just before the another Voltage Source ( that feeds the Collector ).

So, What do you think about that ? and why should is (use/don't use) them ?
 
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AbuYusufEg said:
Should i use Capacitors in "Common Emitter Amplifier" ( CEA ) Circuit ?

As i saw many CEA circuits designed without any capacitors there !

And also hear that it's better to use two capacitors, one after the Voltage Source ( that feeds the Base ), And another Just before the another Voltage Source ( that feeds the Collector ).

So, What do you think about that ? and why should is (use/don't use) them ?

It will be better if you can provide a diagram.

Let me guess. You are talking is the AC coupling cap. A transistor need proper biasing before it can work as an amplifier. The bias on the base might not be the same as the voltage source into the base. A cap will filter the DC from the voltage source so it does not affect the transistor biasing.
An AC decoupling cap usually needed to couple the output signal from the collector of the transistor to the second stage amplifier also.

This is my guess of your question without seeing the diagram. Hope that answer your question.
 

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