Make your own transistor tester

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the creation and utility of a homemade transistor tester, focusing on its design, functionality, and practical applications. Participants share experiences and inquire about technical details related to the tester.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions that their tester has been operational for 28 years without issues, constructed from leftover materials.
  • Another participant expresses interest in obtaining the schematic for the tester.
  • A third participant highlights the tester's usefulness for assessing a large number of transistors with uncertain operational status.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants appear to agree on the utility of the transistor tester, but there is no consensus on the specifics of its design or schematic details.

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This tester has been in use for 28 years no problem yet. Made out of left overs.

 

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Cool, do you have the schematic?
 
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Really useful when you have a couple thousand transistors with unclear operation status
 

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