LM324 squarewave oscillator adjust output frequency

In summary, this circuit uses a neon bulb as the relaxation oscillator, and it produces a surprising amount of output from a speaker.
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I have designed an opamp based on thfollowing square wave setup http://www.national.com/ds/LM/LM124.pdf on page 11. I want to know what i would have to adjust to lower the frequency to the range of 10 hertz, it has a 5 volt input and the frequency range is at 10 Ghz I believe. any help would be appreciated.
 
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nheugel said:
I have designed an opamp based on thfollowing square wave setup http://www.national.com/ds/LM/LM124.pdf on page 11. I want to know what i would have to adjust to lower the frequency to the range of 10 hertz, it has a 5 volt input and the frequency range is at 10 Ghz I believe. any help would be appreciated.

If you mean the example square wave oscillator on page 11 of that datasheet, it most certainly does not operate in the GHz range of frequencies. The frequency will be around the RC time constant of the feedback shown. You may be able to get down to 10Hz with large enough values of R and C, or you could use a counter to divide down to 10Hz from a higher oscillator frequency. You could use a CD4020, CD4040, or CD4060, for example.
 
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The R1 feedback resistor in the schematic on page 11 probably should not exceed about 200K, because the input bias current is <= 200nA.
 
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can oscillation be created without the the lm ic s if yes why and how bob s
 
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michachn said:
can oscillation be created without the the lm ic s if yes why and how
Build a relaxation oscillator using a Ne2 neon bulb. See

http://www.cliftonlaboratories.com/relaxation_oscillator.htm

Bob S
 
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If you just want to avoid the use of an integrated circuit, the following circuit uses only 4 components and a 1.5 volt battery.

It makes a surprising level of output from a speaker and is handy as a doorbell or unattended desk alert.

Battery current is very low due to the speaker output being in the form of short pulses.

[PLAIN]http://dl.dropbox.com/u/4222062/NPN%20PNP%20OSC.PNG
 
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FAQ: LM324 squarewave oscillator adjust output frequency

How does an LM324 squarewave oscillator work?

The LM324 squarewave oscillator is a type of electronic circuit that uses an LM324 operational amplifier to generate a square wave signal. The square wave is created by charging and discharging a capacitor through a series of resistors and diodes. The frequency of the output signal can be adjusted by changing the values of the resistors and capacitors in the circuit.

What is the purpose of adjusting the output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator?

The output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator can be adjusted to meet the specific needs of a particular electronic circuit. For example, it can be used to generate clock signals for digital circuits, control the speed of motors, or create audio tones for sound production.

What factors affect the output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator?

The output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator is primarily determined by the values of the resistors and capacitors in the circuit. Other factors that can affect the output frequency include temperature, power supply voltage, and changes in the components over time.

How can I adjust the output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator?

The output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator can be adjusted by changing the values of the resistors and capacitors in the circuit. This can be done by using potentiometers or by replacing the components with ones that have different values.

Are there any limitations to adjusting the output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator?

While the output frequency of an LM324 squarewave oscillator can be adjusted, there are some limitations. The range of frequencies that can be produced is limited by the capabilities of the components used in the circuit. Additionally, changing the frequency too drastically can affect the stability and accuracy of the output signal.

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