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Can any genius tell me about Clampers.I am not able to understand it's working.
Can any genius tell me about Clampers
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In summary, a diode clamp is a type of circuit that limits the voltage to one diode drop above the clamp voltage. Its purpose is to protect the input to a sensitive device. When the input voltage is below the clamp voltage, the diode is reverse biased and Vout will match Vin. However, when the input voltage is above the clamp voltage, the diode becomes forward biased and limits Vout to approximately 5.7V. This is accomplished through various passive clamp configurations.
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Jeff273
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You mean like a diode clamp on a power line?
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mohdfasieh
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Clampers
yes But please tell me the working of Clampers
yes But please tell me the working of Clampers
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A diode clamp works by limiting the voltage to one diode drop above the clamp voltage, typically you want to protect the input to a sensitive device.
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While Vin is below about 5.7V Vout will match Vin since the diode is reverse biased. With Vin above 5.7V the diode will become forward biased (i.e. it will conduct) and limit Vout to approx 5.7V. There are other passive clamp configurations but the idea is the same.
https://www.physicsforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3340&stc=1
While Vin is below about 5.7V Vout will match Vin since the diode is reverse biased. With Vin above 5.7V the diode will become forward biased (i.e. it will conduct) and limit Vout to approx 5.7V. There are other passive clamp configurations but the idea is the same.
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What is a Clamper?
A Clamper is an electronic circuit that is used to limit or "clamp" the output voltage of a signal to a certain level. It is commonly used in analog circuits to prevent the output from exceeding a certain threshold.
How does a Clamper work?
A Clamper works by using a diode and a capacitor to "clip" the signal at a certain voltage level. The diode only allows the signal to pass in one direction, while the capacitor stores and releases charge to maintain the voltage at the desired level.
What are the applications of a Clamper?
Clampers are commonly used in electronic circuits to prevent damage to components, such as in power supplies or audio amplifiers. They can also be used in signal processing to remove unwanted parts of a signal, such as noise or interference.
Are there different types of Clampers?
Yes, there are multiple types of Clampers, including positive clampers, negative clampers, and peak clampers. Each type has a different configuration of diodes and capacitors to achieve its desired output.
Can a Clamper be used with digital signals?
No, Clampers are typically used with analog signals as they work by manipulating the voltage of the signal. Digital signals, on the other hand, are represented by discrete voltage levels and do not require clamping.
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