Amplifier Classification:

Unveiling the Diversity

Amplifiers play a crucial role in signal processing. Join me on a journey to
explore the diverse classifications of amplifiers.

By MD MUSTAK AHAMED MALLIK

Purpose of Amplifiers
Amplifiers are essential for boosting weak signals, ensuring accurate transmission, and improving signal
quality in various applications.
Classification Based on Application
Audio Amplifiers RF Amplifiers
Enriching sound experiences in music Empowering wireless communication systems
systems, speakers, and live performances. with enhanced radio frequency signals.

Instrumentation Amplifiers Operational Amplifiers (Op-Amps)

Providing precise measurements and signal
conditioning in medical and scientific Supporting complex analog signal
equipment. manipulation in electronic circuits and
amplification circuits.
Classification Based on Frequency
Range
1 Low-Frequency Amplifiers
Amplifying signals in the audio
frequency range, typically below 20
kHz.
2 Intermediate-Frequency (IF)
Amplifiers
Focusing on the frequency range used in
intermediate-frequency stages of
amplifiers.

3 RF Amplifiers
Providing amplification for radio frequency signals in wireless communication systems.
Classification Based on Configuration
Common Emitter (CE) Common Collector (CC)
Offering high voltage gain and moderate Providing unity voltage gain and high current
power gain for general-purpose amplification. gain for impedance matching and buffering.

Common Base (CB) Class A, B, AB, and C

Facilitating high-frequency applications with Defining amplifier operation classes based on
low input impedance and high voltage gain. conduction angle and efficiency.
Classification Based on Number of
Stages
1 Single-Stage Amplifiers
Amplifying signals using a single amplification stage for simplicity and lower cost.

2 Multi-Stage Amplifiers
Employing multiple cascaded amplification stages for higher gain, accuracy, and
versatility.
Classification Based on Amplification
Factor
1 Voltage Amplifiers
Focusing on amplifying voltage signals
to obtain higher voltage levels.
2 Current Amplifiers
Specializing in amplifying current
signals to achieve higher current levels.

3 Power Amplifiers
Efficiently delivering amplified power signals to drive speakers and other high-power
devices.
Conclusion
By understanding the diverse classifications of amplifiers, we gain valuable
insights into their capabilities and can make informed choices for our specific
applications.