What are the advantages of using BJT switches for a 7 segment display schematic?

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tnecniv

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Dec 5, 2011

May i know what is the use of the npn and pnp bjt for my schematic? can someone please advise. Thank You

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Parlyne

Dec 5, 2011

I would guess they're acting as controlled switches. BJT switches generally have the advantage of allowing more current to pass than can be drawn from the output of many chips.

What are the advantages of using BJT switches for a 7 segment display schematic?

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