Why Does My LED Array Convergence Fail in Falstad's Circuit Simulator?

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The discussion focuses on issues with LED array convergence in Falstad's Circuit Simulator, particularly due to incorrect schematic design. The user is advised that only one resistor should be in series with the LEDs, and that the voltage requirements for the LEDs must be considered, as three LEDs in series exceed the 5-volt power supply limit. Additionally, the use of inverters without proper resistors can lead to convergence failures. The importance of ensuring that current remains within permissible limits is emphasized as a key reason for the simulation's failure. Proper circuit design is crucial for achieving the desired outcome, such as spelling the word "TEA" with LEDs.
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im using falstad

and my knowledge on circuits is poor or extremely basic..

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I do not know simulation. However your schematic is incorrect.
Q2 goes nowhere and all connections to it can be deleted.
There should only be one resistor in series with LED's. (Usually)
What is LED with no red inside it?
What are triangles with 2 dots?
LED's usually take something like 1.5 volt. (1.5 volt is from my memory and it may be higher) Three LED's in series require 4.5 volt. 4.5 volt is too high a voltage to use with 5 volt power supply.
If resistors are 5 ohm, that is too low a resistance to use with LED's, (Usually)
Is there a connection missing from bottom resistor?
 
ty for your response. Triangles are the inverters, i want to make the word TEA... but it does not let me do E without the convergence failed
 
I goggled voltage red LED. Voltage for red Led is something like 1.8 volt.
With 5 volt power supply, you cannot put more than 2 LED's in series. One LED would be better.
Inverters cannot connect to LED's without a resistor in series.
If all you want to do is spell the word TEA, why don't you do it with resistors and LED's? No computer or invertors required.
Convergence is failing because current is outside permissible range.
 
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