ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Phototransistor

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Phototransistor is a noun meaning (electronics) Any semiconductor device whose electrical characteristics are light-sensitive.

Meaning

(electronics) Any semiconductor device whose electrical characteristics are light-sensitive.

Example Sentences

In some projects, the fiber optic cable will be mounted on the LEDs (D1, D6, D8, and on U22) or the phototransistor (Q4).

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include photopentode, phototriode, photoresistor, phototube, photodevice, photodetector.

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