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JerryG
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I need some kind of four pin transistor that is neither common drain nor common source. Both positives and grounds need to isolated. Does that exist?
A transistor is a semiconductor device that can amplify or switch electronic signals. It is made up of three layers of a material that can either conduct or insulate electricity.
A transistor works by controlling the flow of electrons between two of its layers, called the collector and emitter, using the third layer, called the base. By applying a small current to the base, the transistor can switch a larger current on or off in the collector-emitter circuit.
A relay is an electromechanical device that uses an electromagnet to control the flow of electricity in a circuit. It has a switch that is activated by an electrical signal, allowing it to turn a larger current on or off in another part of the circuit.
A transistor is a solid-state device, meaning it has no moving parts, while a relay is an electromechanical device. Transistors are also much smaller and faster than relays, making them more suitable for use in electronic circuits.
Yes, there are transistors that can function as switches in a similar way to a relay. These are known as "transistor switches" or "solid-state relays" and are commonly used in electronic circuits to control larger currents with smaller ones.