The MOSFET or Metal Oxide Silicon Field Effect Transistor is a voltage-controlled device, made with the controlled oxidation of a ‘Si’ semiconductor material. These transistors are used in both analog & digital circuits. When the voltage is applied at the gate terminal of the MOSFET, then it controls the flow of current at the source & drain terminals because the gate terminal functions like a control valve. MOSFETs are manufactured by different manufacturers around the world like … [Read more...]
2N5457 N-channel JFET : Pin Configuration, Specifications, Circuit & Its Applications
JFET is a 3-terminal semiconductor device that is used as amplifiers, voltage-controlled resistors, or electronically-controlled switches. Not like BJTs, these are completely voltage-controlled because they do not require a biasing current. There are various JFETs available in the market which are designed by different manufacturers. Similarly, 2N5457 N-channel JFET was manufactured by a semiconductor supplier company namely ON Semiconductor. They manufacture different products like logic, … [Read more...]
FDV301N MOSFET: Pin Configuration, Specifications, Circuit & Its Applications
FDV301N MOSFET is a semiconductor device that is used as a high-speed switching device in different applications. This is an N-Channel enhancement mode FET that is designed by using ON Semiconductor's proprietary, DMOS technology & high cell density. The very high-density method is particularly adapted to reduce ON state resistance. This MOSFET is mainly designed for low-voltage applications as an alternative to digital transistors. So, this MOSFET replaces different digital transistors … [Read more...]
MCP3008 ADC : Pin Configuration, Specifications, Interfacing & Its Applications
An ADC or analog-to-digital converter or A-to-D or A/D in electronics is a system that changes the signal from an analog to a digital signal without changing its necessary content. An analog signal is a continuous signal in terms of both amplitude & time whereas a digital signal is discrete in terms of both time & amplitude. There are multiple ADC architectures but the most particular ADCs are implemented as ICs because of the complexity & the need for accurately matched components. … [Read more...]
MSP430 Launchpad : Pin Configuration, Features, Interfacing & Its Applications
There are different types of development boards available like AVR, PIC, Intel Edison, Raspberry Pi, MSP430 Launchpad & ESP32 board. Among them, a development board like MSP430 Launchpad is a 16-bit microcontroller. In MSP430 Launchpad, the term “MSP” stands for Mixed Signal Processor. The family of this development board is taken from TI (Texas Instruments) and this board was introduced on 14th Feb 1992 and designed with a 16-bit CPU. This board was mainly designed for inexpensive & … [Read more...]
HC-06 Bluetooth Module : Pin Configuration, Set up, Interfacing & Its Applications
Bluetooth module is a wireless communication module that is used in different types of smart devices. For the consumer, this module is a semi-finished product. The Bluetooth serial module simply allows all serial-enabled devices to commune with each other through Bluetooth. There are different types of Bluetooth modules available that are used in different biomedical applications like HC-05, RS 232, ITEAD BT, HC-06, TTL, BLE mini, BLE link Bee, Blue SMiRF, JY-MCU, Bluetooth mate, and many more. … [Read more...]
DS3231 RTC Module : Pin Configuration, Specifications, Interfacing with Microcontroller & Its Applications
RTC or Real-Time Clock is a timekeeping device that is used in various time-critical devices like GPS, data loggers & servers. Generally, RTC modules are available with a battery setup where it keeps the RTC module running when external power is not available. This module maintains the Data and Time up to date. So RTC module provides a precise time and date when we required it. There are various RTC modules available like DS3221, DS1307 & DS3231 where these modules include an oscillator, … [Read more...]
IRF3205 MOSFET : Pin Configuration, Specifications, Circuit & Its Applications
IRF3205 MOSFET is an N-Channel Power MOSFET based on Advanced Process Technology. This MOSFET was introduced by “International Rectifier” to generate very low on-resistance per silicon region. This MOSFET is different as compared to the normal MOSFET, where earlier MOSFETs come with a thick oxide gate layer & experience high input voltage whereas the current MOSFETs come with a thin-gate oxide layer without the capability to resist high voltage which means applying high voltage will affect … [Read more...]
ZMCT103C Precision Current Sensor: Pin Configuration, Interfacing & Its Applications
In electrical systems, the AC current sensors or current transformer sensors are simple and affordable devices used to monitor performance and efficiency and generate analog output signals. These are real-time current monitoring devices that can predict component failures, reduce downtime, and plan preventive maintenance. There are different types of current sensors used in industrial equipment, voltage, and current measurements, ADC circuits, household equipment, data acquisition systems, etc. … [Read more...]
MC38 Magnetic Switch Sensor : Pin Configuration, Interfacing, Working & Its Applications
In 1966, the first home security system was invented by an African American Marie Van Brittan Brown. The latest technology introduced smart home security/alarm systems to avoid complex installation processes, and endless wiring to protect the business and homes from intruders with wireless connectivity. Home alarm systems require a variety of sensors such as heat sensors, proximity sensors, and magnetic door sensors to monitor the security status of your home. Based on its performance, accuracy, … [Read more...]
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