Transistor equivalent circuit question

Glad I could help. :thumbsup:In summary, The equivalent circuit for a transistor can be used to find the short-circuit input impedance, H11, open-circuit reverse voltage gain, H12, forward current gain, H21, and open-circuit output admittance, H22. Using the current divider rule and taking into account the direction of current flow, the values for H11, H21, and H22 can be calculated. The value for H12 can be found by dividing the input voltage by the output voltage.
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This is the equivalent circuit to a transistor,
I am to find:
i )Short-circuit input impedance, H11
ii )Open-circuit reverse voltage gain, H12
iii)Forward current gain, H21
iv)Open-circuit output admittance, H22

Homework Equations



Vin = (H11)(Iin) + (H12)(Vout)
Iout = (H21)(Iin) + (H22)(Vout)

The Attempt at a Solution


So first i short the output, and the Vout = 0, then i have

Vin = (H11)(Iin)
Iout = (H21)(Iin)
H11 = R1 + R2//R3 = 110 Ω
H21 = -IR3 / Iin = 2/3

Then I open Iin source,
Vin = (H12)(Vout)
Iout = (H22)(Vout)

H12 = Vin / Vout
= (VR2 / Vout)
= 2/3
1/H22 = R3 + R2
H22 = 1/90 Ω -1

Am i doing this question correctly?

Reason of editing: Vin = V1; Vout = V2
Iin = I1 ; Iout = I2
 
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Your approach is fine.

Something funny going on with your determination of H21 though. Which resistor in your diagram is carrying Iout? And what's the labelled direction for that current?
 
  • #3
Is it R2?

I use currendivider rule to find the current flow through R2, and i put negative sign because Iout is opposing the I_R2. So this is wrong?
 
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H21 = -IR3 / Iin = 2/3

Ah didn't notice the typing error, it should be

H21 = -IR2 / Iin = 2/3

= 60 / (30 + 60)
= 2/3
 
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null void said:
Ah didn't notice the typing error, it should be

H21 = -IR2 / Iin = 2/3

= 60 / (30 + 60)
= 2/3

Indeed :smile: Now, what happened to the minus sign?
 
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ah, -2/3..., thank you very much
 
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null void said:
ah, -2/3..., thank you very much

Cheers.
 

1. What is a transistor equivalent circuit?

A transistor equivalent circuit is a simplified representation of a transistor's behavior and characteristics. It consists of a combination of resistors, capacitors, and voltage sources that can accurately model the functionality of a transistor.

2. Why is a transistor equivalent circuit important?

A transistor equivalent circuit is important because it allows engineers and scientists to analyze and design circuits without needing to understand the complex inner workings of a transistor. It provides a simpler and more manageable model for circuit analysis and design.

3. How is a transistor equivalent circuit created?

A transistor equivalent circuit is created by observing the behavior of a transistor and determining the appropriate values for the resistors, capacitors, and voltage sources that make up the circuit. These values are based on the characteristics and specifications of the transistor.

4. What factors can affect the accuracy of a transistor equivalent circuit?

Several factors can affect the accuracy of a transistor equivalent circuit, including temperature, aging, and manufacturing variations. These factors can cause the actual behavior of a transistor to deviate from the predicted behavior of the equivalent circuit.

5. How can a transistor equivalent circuit be used in circuit analysis?

A transistor equivalent circuit can be used in circuit analysis by replacing the transistor with its equivalent circuit and applying known circuit analysis techniques. This allows for easier analysis and understanding of complex circuits that contain transistors.

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