Clamping Circuits: Get 8V Output from 2V Input

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The discussion revolves around creating an 8V output from a 2V input using a negative clamper circuit with a capacitor and diode. The user seeks clarification on how to achieve this, as their current setup only provides a 0 to 4V output. Suggestions include using a voltage doubler, which also requires a capacitor and diode, similar to the existing components. The clamper circuit is noted to increase the average value of the sinusoidal input, but the user needs to raise the output to 8V. The conversation emphasizes the need for further guidance from the teacher on achieving the desired voltage output.
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I have a negative clamper with a simple capacitor and a single diode. This circuit clamps the Sinusoidal wave (2V- peak to peak) to the negative peaks and makes the output (0 to 4V) ..
My question is how do i make the output signal 8V using the same input and more or less the same circuit.. my teacher says its possible.. I can't get how..
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Mayb a voltage doubler? A simple one requires a capacitor and diode which is more or less the components you have available.
http://www.play-hookey.com/ac_theory/ps_v_multipliers.html
http://www.kettering.edu/~bguru/DIODE/Diode-10.pdf (PDF file)
 
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i dont' know.. seems okay. will ask the teacher. i need an output 4 times the input. clamper increases the average value of a sinusoidal input from 0 to V.. i need it raise to 2V
 

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