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    Experiment 8 P N Junction

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    The document describes an experiment to draw the I-V characteristic curves of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse bias. The apparatus needed includes a p-n junction diode, power supply, voltmeter, milliammeter, resistor and connecting wires. In forward bias, the p-side is at a higher potential than the n-side, causing current to flow. In reverse bias, the n-side is at a higher potential, blocking most current flow except for a small amount. The procedure involves connecting the circuit and taking voltage and current readings at increasing voltage levels in both bias configurations. Graphs of the results are plotted to obtain the forward and reverse I-V curves.

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    The document describes an experiment to draw the I-V characteristic curves of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse bias. The apparatus needed includes a p-n junction diode, power supply, voltmeter, milliammeter, resistor and connecting wires. In forward bias, the p-side is at a higher potential than the n-side, causing current to flow. In reverse bias, the n-side is at a higher potential, blocking most current flow except for a small amount. The procedure involves connecting the circuit and taking voltage and current readings at increasing voltage levels in both bias configurations. Graphs of the results are plotted to obtain the forward and reverse I-V curves.

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    The document describes an experiment to draw the I-V characteristic curves of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse bias. The apparatus needed includes a p-n junction diode, power supply, voltmeter, milliammeter, resistor and connecting wires. In forward bias, the p-side is at a higher potential than the n-side, causing current to flow. In reverse bias, the n-side is at a higher potential, blocking most current flow except for a small amount. The procedure involves connecting the circuit and taking voltage and current readings at increasing voltage levels in both bias configurations. Graphs of the results are plotted to obtain the forward and reverse I-V curves.

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    Experiment 8 P N Junction

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    The document describes an experiment to draw the I-V characteristic curves of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse bias. The apparatus needed includes a p-n junction diode, power supply, voltmeter, milliammeter, resistor and connecting wires. In forward bias, the p-side is at a higher potential than the n-side, causing current to flow. In reverse bias, the n-side is at a higher potential, blocking most current flow except for a small amount. The procedure involves connecting the circuit and taking voltage and current readings at increasing voltage levels in both bias configurations. Graphs of the results are plotted to obtain the forward and reverse I-V curves.

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    EXPERIMENT 8

    AIM
    To draw the I - V characteristic curves of a p-n junction in forward bias and
    reverse bias.
    APPARATUS AND MATERIAL REQUIRED
    A p-n junction diode (OA-79 or 1N4007), a resistor of value (3, 1/2W), one
    variable voltage power supply (0-12V), voltmeter (0-12V), milliammeter (0-200
    mA), a plug key, connecting wires, sand paper and a microammeter (0-200 A).
    PRINCIPLE
    Forward bias: When an external voltage is applied to a p-n junction diode in
    such a way that the p-side is at a higher potential with respect to the n-side, it is
    said to be forward biased.
    Reverse bias: When the n-region of a p-n junction diode is at a higher potential
    with respect to the p-region, it is said to be reverse biased. In reverse bias, the p-
    side of the p-n junction diode is connected to the negative of the battery.

    DIAGRAM
    PROCEDURE
    1. Note the range and least count of the given voltmeter (V), milliammeter (mA)
    and the microammeter (A).
    2.Connect the variable voltage power supply, p-n junction diode, voltmeter,
    milliammeter, resistor and a plug key in a circuit .
    3. Give a small voltage to the circuit by slight and gentle turning of the power
    supply knob. Note the voltmeter reading across the diode and the corresponding
    milliammeter reading to find the
    current I flowing through the diode.
    4. Gradually, increase the applied voltage (in steps) in the circuit and note the
    corresponding voltmeter and milliammeter readings .
    5. Now disconnect the circuit and make the connections as for the reverse
    bias characteristics. Gradually, increase the applied voltage (in steps)
    in the circuit and note the corresponding voltmeter and microammeter readings.

    OBSERVATIONS
    TABLE FOR FORWARD BIAS

    FORWARD CHARACTERISTIC CURVE


    TABLE FOR REVERSE BIAS

    REVERSE CHARACTERISTIC CURVE


    RESULT: The I - V characteristic curves of a p-n junction in forward bias and
    reverse bias are drawn. The reverse
    Breakdown is found to be 50 V.

    PRECAUTIONS
    1. Find out manufacturer’s specification for maximum permissible current
    through the given diode in forward bias. Take care not to exceed this limit.
    2. Find out manufacturers specification for maximum reverse voltage
    to be applied to the diode. Take care not to exceed this limit.
    3. It is important to take care that the potential difference across the
    diode is increased gradually, in small steps. Keep your eyes on
    the ammeter and let the current not exceed the specified limit.

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