The last Beta and alpha for BJTs

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The discussion revolves around calculating the minimum value of Beta (β) for BJTs to determine when saturation occurs. The user provides equations and calculations, concluding that β is approximately 112.5 based on their values for collector and base currents. There is some confusion regarding the terminology used in the question, initially asking about a current source before correcting it to saturation. Other participants confirm the calculations and suggest that the user may need help with language translation for better clarity. The overall consensus is that the user's answer appears correct for the revised question.
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Thank you for any help that you can offer.

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Homework Statement



What is the minimum value of Beta which would cause a source? current source?

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Homework Equations



Beta = IC/IB

IB = {(VB - VBE)/RE}
...............
IC = {[VCC - VC(sat)]/RC}


3. Attempt at solving the problem

Minimum Beta to cause a current:

Beta = IC/IB

IB = {(VB - VBE)/RE}
...............
IC = {[VCC - VC(sat)]/RC}
..............
IB = {(5 - 0.6)V/100kΩ}
...............
IB = (44uA)
...............
IC = (10 - 0.1)V/2kΩ
..............
IC = 4.95mA
..............
(IC)/(IB) = (4.95mA)/(44uA)
..............
(IC)/(IB) = 112.5 = β
.............. Are answers? Are there any errors located?

Thanks again for your help.
 
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To be honest i don't quite understand your question. But I think that your answer is correct.
 
Hi Duave. I think you are studying in a language that is not English? If that is so, then I recommend that you get the assistance of another student with the translation. We can understand your working and what it shows. We can't figure out what is meant by this question:

What is the minimum value of Beta which would cause a source? current source?
 
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NascentOxygen said:
Hi Duave. I think you are studying in a language that is not English? If that is so, then I recommend that you get the assistance of another student with the translation. We can understand your working and what it shows. We can't figure out what is meant by this question:

Sorry It's a typo:

What is the minimum value of Beta which would cause a saturation?
 
Duave said:
Sorry It's a typo:

What is the minimum value of Beta which would cause a saturation?
In that case, your answer looks both appropriate and correct. :smile:
 
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