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Introduction (I Week) : 1.1 Active Components
Introduction (I Week) : 1.1 Active Components
Introduction (I Week) : 1.1 Active Components
Example:
Since a Diode is an active element so it needs an external source (either voltage or current) in
order to initiate the operation. When the diode is linked with an electric circuit, it does not start
conducting the current unless the source potential approaches to 0.5 V (for Germanium) or 0.7 V
(for Silicon).
1.2 Passive components: Electrical Components which do not need an external source to initiate
the operation are known as passive components such as Inductor, Resistor, and Capacitor.
Example:
Since a Resistor is a passive element so it does not need an external source (either voltage or
current) in order to initiate the operation. When the resistor is linked with an electric circuit with
the supply voltage, it starts working without utilizing any particular voltage.
1.3.1 Resistor: Resist is the word which means “to oppose”. Resistance is the property of
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(a) Resistor, (b) Rheostat (variable resistor), and (c) Potentiometer (d) IEC resistor symbol
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Thermistor
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The word thermistor means a thermal resistor. Its resistance value changes with the
change in the temperature. Most thermistors have a negative temperature coefficient which
means its resistance will fall down when the temperature increases.
These are normally made of semiconductor materials. Resistance up to a few megaohms
can be obtained from thermistors.
They are used to detect small temperature changes, when there is a temperature change,
however small, there will be a large change in the value of the resistance.
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Variable Resistor
The variable resistor means its resistance value can be adjusted (similar to a
potentiometer). There are a rotating shaft and a wiping contact.
Basically, there is a resistive semicircular bar or coil and by wiping the contact we
change the effective length of the resistive element and hence the resistance gets changed. One
example of such resistors is a rheostat.
The variable resistor or rheostat can also be a linear sliding type where the sliding contact
moves on the resistive element linearly for adjustment of the effective resistance of the resistor.
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A varistor is a type of resistor in which we can alter the resistance by altering the applied
voltage. It is also called a voltage-dependent resistor. It is a nonlinear semiconductor device.
The word is derived from the words variable resistor. These are generally used as safety devices
to prevent excess transient voltage in the circuit so that the components of the circuits remain
protected. It even controls the operating conditions of the circuit. The design of this component
is just the same as that of a normal capacitor.
There are three types of varistors:
Silicon carbide disc type varistor
Silicon carbide rod type varistor
Zinc oxide type varistor
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1.3.2 Identification Resistor: Resistors are very common components in electronic circuits
of all kinds. Their function is to resist the current flowing in the circuit, and how much resistance they
provide is measured in ohms. Most are printed with either a color code or an alphanumeric code to
indicate their ohmic value and tolerance, how much their resistance may vary. Learning the codes,
along with using a helpful mnemonic device, will allow you to identify resistors easily.
Color coding of Resistor. “Color coding” is used in electronics to identify between different
components. In the case of resistors, color coding is used to identify a specific resistance value,
for example, a 100 ohms resistor or a 1-kilo ohms resistor with 5% tolerance. Electronic
components like resistors are very small in size and it’s difficult to print their value directly onto
the component surface. Hence a standard was formed in 1920 by the Radio Manufacturers
Association (now part of EIA – Electronic Industries Alliance) to identify values and ratings of
electronic components by printing color codes on them. The color-coding technique makes it
easy to print values (based on color codes) on small components, such as resistors and facilitates
cost-effective manufacturing.
This technique of “color coding” has 2 disadvantages. The first one appeals to general users
where it becomes difficult to distinguish between colors (for example “Red” and “Brown” )
when the component is overheated. But this is not a major concern as the exact value can be
easily identified using a multimeter (in case of confusion). The next drawback is for a specific
group of people – color blind people cannot identify the device using color codes. However, they
too can depend on a multimeter to identify resistance values.
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1.4 Inductor:
An inductor is defined as a passive component that is used in most electrical circuits to store
energy in the form of magnetic energy when electric current flows through it. It is also known as
the coil, choke, or reactor. It is a two-terminal electrical component that is characterized by its
inductance. Inductance is defined as the ratio of the voltage to the rate of change of current. The
SI unit of inductance is Henry which is named after Joseph Henry who was an American
scientist.
According to the Faraday’s law of Electromagnetic induction, When the current flowing through
an inductor changes, the time-varying magnetic field induces a voltage in the conductor.
According to lens law, the direction of induced EMF opposes the change in current that created
it. Hence, induced EMF is opposite to the voltage applied across the coil. This is the property of
an inductor.
“Inductors are often referred to as "AC resistance". The main characteristic of an inductor is its
ability to resist changes in current ”
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Inductor Symbols
The
SI unit of inductance is Henry abbreviated as ‘H’.
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Chokes
Variable Inductors
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Third digit is the power to be applied for the first two , this means it is the multiplier and
power of 10. For example, 101 is expressed as 10*101 micro Henry (µH).
Suffix or fourth letter or alphabet represents the tolerance value of the inductor. Suppose
if this letter is K, then tolerance value is ± 10%, for J it is ± 5%, for M it is ± 20% and so
on. Follow the tolerance value table given below to know each letter value.
First two digits, i.e., 2 and 2 represent the first two digits of the inductor value. Third
digit, 3 is the multiplier and hence it is 10^3 = 1000. Now, multiplying with first two
digits we get 22000.
Now, it is to be noted that no units are given, hence this value is in micro Henry (µH).
Thus the value becomes 22000 µH or 22mH.
Last letter K represents the tolerance and is equal to ± 10%.
Therefore, this is a 22000 µH or 22mH inductor with ± 10% tolerance.
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The above figure shows the 4-band inductor consisting four different color bands. Similar to the
number coding, first and second color bands represents the first and second digits of the value,
third color band is the multiplier and fourth band is the tolerance.
Therefore the value of inductor can be determined by reading the colors of inductor body and
comparing them with color code chart. It is to be noted that the result of this color coded value is
in the unit of micro Henry (µH).
The table below shown gives the color corresponding to the numerical values for a four band
inductor.
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Initially, note down the tolerance percentage of the inductor which is mostly colored in
gold, silver and black.
Now note the colors from other end of an inductor. In the inductor the first band is red;
according to the above table the number associated with this color is 2.
Now move to second band, observe the color and note the associated number according
to the color given in the table. Here, the second band is violet and its number is 7. Then
the value becomes ‘27’.
Coming to 3rd band i.e., multiplier is brown in color and its corresponding number is 10.
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1.5 Capacitor:
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A capacitor (originally known as a condenser) is a passive component that has the ability to store
the energy in the form of potential difference between its plates. It resists a sudden change in
voltage. The charge is stored in the form of potential difference between two plates, which form
to be positive and negative depending upon the direction of charge storage.
A capacitor is made of two conductors that are separated by the dielectric material. A non-
conducting region is present between these two plates which is called as dielectric. This
dielectric can be vacuum, air, mica, paper, ceramic, aluminum etc. The name of the capacitor is
given by the dielectric used.
The Capacitance of a capacitor is proportional to the distance between the plates and is inversely
proportional to the area of the plates. Also, the higher the permittivity of a material, the higher
will be the capacitance. The permittivity of a medium describes how much electric flux is being
generated per unit charge in that medium. The following image shows some practical capacitors.
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The types of capacitors available range from a very small delicate trimming capacitors using an
oscillator or radio circuits, up to large power metal-can type capacitors used in high voltage
power correction and smoothing circuits.
Types of Capacitors
Let us now know various types of capacitors. Capacitors are categorized into 2 mechanical
groups. Fixed Capacitors consisting of fixed capacitance value and variable capacitance with
variable capacitance value. following are a brief description of various capacitor types and their
properties.
Ceramic Capacitors
Film Capacitors
Power Film Capacitors
Electrolytic Capacitors
Ceramic capacitors
Film capacitors
Paper capacitors
Electrolytic capacitors
Ceramic Capacitors
A ceramic capacitor is considered to be one of the most commonly used capacitors. The
material used in this capacitor type is dielectric. Also, ceramic capacitors are a non-polar device
which means that they could be used in any direction in the circuit.
Ceramic Capacitor Symbol
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Film Capacitors
Film capacitors are also known as a polymer film, plastic film, or film dielectric. The
advantage of film capacitors is that they are inexpensive and come with limitless shelf life. The
film capacitor uses a thin dielectric material with the other side of the capacitor metalized.
Depending on the application, the film capacitor is rolled into thin films. The general voltage
range of these capacitors is from 50 V to 2 kV.
Electrolytic Capacitors
In an electrolytic capacitor metallic anode coated with an oxidized layer used as a dielectric.
These capacitors are polarized. Electrolytic capacitors are categorized based on their dielectric.
Aluminum electrolytic capacitors – aluminum oxide (dielectric).
Tantalum electrolytic capacitors – tantalum pentoxide (dielectric).
Niobium electrolytic capacitors – niobium pentoxide (dielectric)
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The value is printed on each in a three-digit code. This code is similar to the color code on
resistors, but uses digits instead of colors. The first two digits are the two most significant digits
of the value, and the third digit is the exponent on the 10. The value is expressed in terms of
pico-Farads.
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To decode the value, take the first two digits, then follow them with the number of zeros
indicated by the third digit. 104 becomes "10" followed by "0000," or 100000 pF, more
succinctly written as 100 nF
Electrolytic Caps
Electrolytic caps have larger, cylindrical bodies that look like small soda cans. They
typically offer higher capacitance than ceramic caps. Unlike ceramics, they are polarized.
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The markings on the 'lytic caps are easily legible -- the value and units are printed right on
the body.
The value is followed with the voltage rating, indicating the maximum DC potential that the
cap can withstand without damage. In this kit, the 1 µF is rated to 50V, the others are rated to
25V.
Polarized
The higher capacitance of electrolytics comes with a somewhat tedious detail -- they are
polarized. The positive leg needs to be kept at a higher DC potential than the negative leg. If
they're installed backwards, they're prone to explode.
Thankfully, the leads are clearly marked.
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2.0 Semiconductors:
The construction of every discrete (individual) solid-state (hard crystal structure) electronic
device or integrated circuit begins with a semiconductor material of the highest quality.
Definition:
“Semiconductors are a special class of elements having a conductivity between
that of a good conductor and that of an insulator.”
Semiconductor Materials :
In general, semiconductor materials fall into one of two classes:
1) single-crystal semiconductors. (a) Germanium (Ge)
(b) Silicon (Si)
have a repetitive crystal structure
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