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It depends on which transistor. Typical values of hFe range between 50 and 400. It also depends on the configuration of the circuit, with hFe being a limiting factor, and most designs providing a gain less than hFe.

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Q: What is the current gain of an NPN transistor?
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Why same h parameter model is used for npn and pnp transistor?

The same h parameter model is used for npn and pnp transistors because gain is gain. It does not matter if you are using a negative or a positive system. So long as you are consistent in your calculations, you will get the correct results. In an NPN transistor operating in class A, if you increase the base current by increasing the base voltage, you will increase the collector current which decreases the collector voltage. In a PNP transistor operating in class A, if you increase the base current by decreasing the base voltage, you will still increase the collector current, which will increase the collector voltage.


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