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DC bias current is the constant current that flows through a circuit or device to establish a certain operating point or bias point. Check FAQs
Ib=12kn(Vgs-Vth)2
Ib - DC Bias Current?kn - Transconductance Parameter?Vgs - Gate-Source Voltage?Vth - Threshold Voltage?

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15172.5Edit=1210.5Edit(4Edit-2.3Edit)2
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DC Bias Current of MOSFET Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate DC Bias Current of MOSFET?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Ib=12kn(Vgs-Vth)2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Ib=1210.5A/V²(4V-2.3V)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Ib=1210.5(4-2.3)2
Next Step Evaluate
Ib=15.1725A
LAST Step Convert to Output's Unit
Ib=15172.5mA

DC Bias Current of MOSFET Formula Elements

Variables
DC Bias Current
DC bias current is the constant current that flows through a circuit or device to establish a certain operating point or bias point.
Symbol: Ib
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: mA
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Transconductance Parameter
Transconductance parameter is a crucial parameter in electronic devices and circuits, which helps to describe and quantify the input-output relationship between voltage and current.
Symbol: kn
Measurement: Transconductance ParameterUnit: A/V²
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Gate-Source Voltage
Gate-source voltage is a critical parameter that affects the operation of an FET, and it is often used to control the device's behavior.
Symbol: Vgs
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Threshold Voltage
Threshold voltage, also known as the gate threshold voltage or simply Vth, is a critical parameter in the operation of field-effect transistors, which are fundamental components in modern electronics.
Symbol: Vth
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find DC Bias Current

​Go DC Bias Current of MOSFET using Overdrive Voltage
Ib=12knVeff2
​Go Input Bias Current
Ib=Ib1+Ib22
​Go Bias Current in Differential Pair
Ib=Id1+Id2

Other formulas in Biasing category

​Go DC Bias Output Voltage at Drain
Vout=Vdd-RLIb
​Go Bias Voltage of MOSFET
Vbe=Vbias+Vde
​Go Base Current of MOSFET
I base=Vbb-VbeRb
​Go Collector Emitter Voltage
Vce=Vcc-RcIc

How to Evaluate DC Bias Current of MOSFET?

DC Bias Current of MOSFET evaluator uses DC Bias Current = 1/2*Transconductance Parameter*(Gate-Source Voltage-Threshold Voltage)^2 to evaluate the DC Bias Current, The DC bias current of MOSFET is given by the d.c. drain current and drain-to-source voltage and it is always on the load line. It is also the amount of current that an electronic device needs in DC Biasing condition, where an extra load is added and voltage is given at junctions as per the type of biasing. DC Bias Current is denoted by Ib symbol.

How to evaluate DC Bias Current of MOSFET using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for DC Bias Current of MOSFET, enter Transconductance Parameter (kn), Gate-Source Voltage (Vgs) & Threshold Voltage (Vth) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on DC Bias Current of MOSFET

What is the formula to find DC Bias Current of MOSFET?
The formula of DC Bias Current of MOSFET is expressed as DC Bias Current = 1/2*Transconductance Parameter*(Gate-Source Voltage-Threshold Voltage)^2. Here is an example- 1.5E+7 = 1/2*10.5*(4-2.3)^2.
How to calculate DC Bias Current of MOSFET?
With Transconductance Parameter (kn), Gate-Source Voltage (Vgs) & Threshold Voltage (Vth) we can find DC Bias Current of MOSFET using the formula - DC Bias Current = 1/2*Transconductance Parameter*(Gate-Source Voltage-Threshold Voltage)^2.
What are the other ways to Calculate DC Bias Current?
Here are the different ways to Calculate DC Bias Current-
  • DC Bias Current=1/2*Transconductance Parameter*Effective Voltage^2OpenImg
  • DC Bias Current=(Input Bias Current 1+Input Bias Current 2)/2OpenImg
  • DC Bias Current=Drain Current 1+Drain Current 2OpenImg
Can the DC Bias Current of MOSFET be negative?
No, the DC Bias Current of MOSFET, measured in Electric Current cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure DC Bias Current of MOSFET?
DC Bias Current of MOSFET is usually measured using the Milliampere[mA] for Electric Current. Ampere[mA], Microampere[mA], Centiampere[mA] are the few other units in which DC Bias Current of MOSFET can be measured.
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