Voltage Divider Bias: 4 Resistors, Base/Emitter, Collector, Stabilization?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the necessity and function of four resistors in a voltage divider bias configuration for bipolar transistors. Participants explore the roles of these resistors in relation to the base-emitter junction, collector side, and stabilization through the emitter resistor. The scope includes conceptual understanding and technical explanation of transistor biasing and amplification.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question the necessity of four resistors, particularly the role of the collector resistor when voltage is applied across the base-emitter junction.
  • There is a suggestion that the collector resistor is not strictly necessary, as the transistor functions as an amplifier that controls collector current based on the base signal.
  • One participant mentions that the load connected to the collector does not have to be a resistor, indicating that it could be other components like a loudspeaker or motor.
  • Participants discuss the function of the emitter resistor in providing stabilization through feedback, though further reading on amplifier theory is recommended for clarity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the necessity and function of the collector resistor, indicating that multiple competing perspectives remain. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the necessity of the four resistors or the specifics of their roles.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the vagueness of some questions and the need for foundational knowledge in amplifier theory and feedback mechanisms, which are not fully resolved within the thread.

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why do we need 4 resistors?we are applying voltage across base emitter junction.Why do we need a resistor for collector side.One more thing how does the resistor across emitter provides stabilization?
 
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smart_worker said:
why do we need 4 resistors?we are applying voltage across base emitter junction.Why do we need a resistor for collector side.One more thing how does the resistor across emitter provides stabilization?

Please do some reading on your own first, and then if you have specific questions about that reading, you can ask them here. We prefer that you do some research/reading on your own before asking questions here.

Start with the intro article at wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_transistor_biasing

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smart_worker said:
why do we need 4 resistors?we are applying voltage across base emitter junction.Why do we need a resistor for collector side.One more thing how does the resistor across emitter provides stabilization?

This question is too vague for a definitive answer but I could say that you do not 'need' a collector resistor. The point is, though, that the transistor is an Amplifier, which controls the current through the collector by the signal on the base. If we are talking common emitter mode, then the collector current flows through a Load (to fulfil the purpose of it being an amplifier). That load does not have to be a resistor. It can be a loudspeaker, lamp, motor etc. etc. For analysing how the common emitter amplifier works basically, it's usual to use a Resistor because the calculations are more straightforward and you can just look at the voltage variation at the collector.

An emitter resistor provides feedback - but you need to read up some basic theory about amplifiers - as already suggested - and then about feedback (more advanced).
 
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