Voltage Gain Calculation for 2-Stage Amplifier

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The discussion focuses on calculating the voltage gain for a two-stage amplifier, with specific attention to the formulas used. The first stage's gain was calculated as -1.5, and the second stage's gain as -1.55, leading to an overall voltage gain of 2.34 when multiplied. Participants clarify whether to multiply or add the gains, noting that addition is applicable when using decibels. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the correct method for combining gains in amplifier circuits. The final consensus supports the multiplication approach for linear voltage gains.
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Homework Statement


Calculate the voltage gain for each stage and the overall voltage gain.

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Ao (Gain) = - Rf/R1
3. The Attempt at a Solution [/B]
For the first stage I got:
Gain = - 15/10 = - 1.5
For stage 2 I got:
Gain = -5.13.3 = -1.55
Multiplying the 2 together to get an overall positive gain of -1.5 x -1.55 = 2.34
 

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Is this the correct method and answer?
 
Do I multiply or add the voltage gains for each step?
 
Vout/Vin=(Vout/Vx)*(Vx/Vin).
Sounds logical, doese it not?
 
Thank you, yes it does...
 
BigMan52 said:
Do I multiply or add the voltage gains for each step?
You can add if you go dB's.
Meantime, go with post 5.
 
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