For a Unijunction Transistor (UJT), the intrinsic stand-off ratio (η) is a key parameter. Select a typical value most commonly assumed in introductory analyses and design estimates.
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Power Electronics
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A0.1
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B0.2
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C0.6
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D0.9
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E0.3
Answer
Correct Answer: 0.6
Explanation
Introduction / Context:The intrinsic stand-off ratio η of a UJT determines the emitter firing voltage relative to the interbase voltage. Designers often assume a nominal η for first-pass timing and relaxation oscillator calculations.Given Data / Assumptions:
- Standard UJT behavior (e.g., 2N2646 family).
- η is device-dependent but typically falls within a range.
- 0.1, 0.2: Too low for typical UJTs; would result in very low trigger points.
- 0.9: Too high; most devices do not exhibit such a large stand-off ratio.
- 0.3: Still low relative to common practice.
- Treating η as constant across all units; it varies with device and temperature.
- Ignoring the small diode drop term V_D in V_P calculations.