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40KHz LIGHT RECEIVER FRONT-END CIRCUIT

This circuit uses a unique cascode Amplifier circuit to convert the current from a PIN photo diode to a current without any feedback network. It is very stable and very sensitive. This hobby circuit shown has the potential for a conversion factor of 10 volts per microwatt at 900nm. I included a simple JFET post-amplifier with a gain of about 20.

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40KHz Light Receiver Front End Circuit , Circuit designed by David A. Johnson, P.E. (June 14,2000)

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