Hacks of Electronics
Discover the fundamental differences between BJT and JFET. Learn about their structures, control mechanisms, advantages, and ideal applications in electronic circuits. Transistors are the fundamental building blocks of modern electronic devices, acting as switches or amplifiers in circuits. There are various types of transistors like BJT, FET, JFET, MOSFET and IGBT. Let’s see a detailed […]
The primary difference between active and passive electronic components lies in their ability to control electric current. Active components can control the flow of electricity, whereas Passive components cannot control the flow of electricity running through them. Here’s a detailed comparison between the two: Active Components: Definition Active components are electronic components that can control […]
Let’s understand the Difference Between BJT and MOSFET. Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs) and Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs) are two fundamental types of transistors used in electronic circuits. They have several key differences in terms of their structure, operation, and applications: What is BJT? A Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) is a semiconductor device used for amplification […]
Among the various types of transistors, the Junction Field Effect Transistors in short JFETs holds a distinctive place due to its unique operational characteristics and versatile applications. What is a JFET? A Junction Field Effect Transistor (JFET) is a type of field-effect transistor (FET) that utilizes an electric field to control the flow of current. Unlike […]
Let’s understand working of thyristor by construction and explore some of its applications. Thyristor Definition: Also known as Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR), The Thyristor is a three-terminal, four-layer semiconductor device primarily used for high-power control and converting AC current into DC. It is typically used for high-power applications and is capable of switching large amounts […]
An induction heater circuit is a type of device used to heat conductive materials by inducing electromagnetic currents within the material. These heaters are commonly used in industrial applications for processes such as metal melting, forging, brazing, and heat treatment. They work based on the principles of electromagnetic induction discovered by Michael Faraday. Induction Heater […]