How to Identify PNP and NPN Transistors (with a Simple Circuit)

Intro: How to Identify PNP and NPN Transistors (with a Simple Circuit)

In this project I’ll make one of the easiest PNP and NPN circuit identifiers ever. You’ll see how easy It is to make one! I've also posted on my website a bit of the theory about PNP and NPN Transistors I would recommend you to read it  first.

This project is great to learn more about:

• Transistors
• Simple DIY Circuits
• PNP and NPN Transistors

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STEP 1: Parts Required

1x LED
1x Pushbutton
1x 1k Ohm Resistor
1x 10k Ohm Resistor
1x Breadboard
1x 9V Battery (and Battery Clip)
Some Wires

STEP 2: Schematics

Just follow these Schematics and you'll be fine! :)

STEP 3: Optional Step

I've decided to Solder everything in a Stripboard and that's the result. This step is optional you might want to use only the breadboard.

STEP 4: Final Product

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Comments

[RichardR171]

Which legs are collector, base, and emitter?
Which resistors go where?

[laith mohamed]

That is awesome

[kailash.mehendale.7]

This was helpful for me. Thanks.

[ShwinHS]

Just for other people, if the light turns on without you pressing the button, it is PNP. Otherwise, it is NPN.

[Abirboy]

this is super helpful for me ..Thanks

[RuiSantos]

Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback!
I'm glad I could help.

[crazy_thiago]

The slide swith on bread board on "opitonal step"
Is to on/off all sistem?