Oscillator operates from one cell

   

Posted on Apr 30, 2012    3858

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Crystal Oscillator Circuits / Oscillator Circuits
The circuit is powered by a single 1.35 V mercury cell and provides a 1 V square-wave output. As shown, the crystal is a tuned circuit between transistors Ql and Q2, which are connected in the common-emitter configuration. Positive feedback provided by means of R permits oscillation.


Oscillator operates from one cell - schematic

The signal at the collector of Q2 is squared by Q3, which switches between cutoff and saturation. R7 permits short-circuit-proof operation.




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