Comparator

12 Experiments - 14 Pictures - 23 Illustrations

A comparator compares two input voltages and gives you, as a result, which of the voltages is higher. They are often used in controllers, where they compare the signal of a sensor with a reference signal. In this way, the controller is able come to a YES/NO decision. You can find comparators, in, among other things, analog-to-digital converters or frequency counters. Here you find some experiments, highlighting the operation and applications of comparators...