How Can I Actively Control Current to Diodes Without Voltage Bias?

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The discussion centers on the challenge of actively controlling current to diodes without relying on voltage bias, specifically within a range of 5µA to 270µA. The current source in question is a fixed-output system that provides a specific current without voltage adjustment. Participants emphasize the need for a more effective method than the existing thermistor-based network, which is deemed inadequate for temperature compensation in diode applications. Solutions involving integrated circuit (IC) design and active control mechanisms are suggested as potential improvements.

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what can i do with a current source from 5ua to 270ua if i want some sort of active digital components
 
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lennybogzy said:
what can i do with a current source from 5ua to 270ua if i want some sort of active digital components

Could you please give more details about what you are wanting to do? What is the context of your question? IC design, circuit design, system design? What is your "current source"?
 
system provides the current in a "this is all you get" sort of way and no voltage bias. I want to be able to actively control current to some diodes over temperature. Currently this is accomplished passively through the use of a thermistor based network, and it sucks!

There's got to be a better way
 

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