transconductance Definition
the ratio of the change in output current to the change in input voltage in a field-effect transistor or vacuum tube.
Using transconductance: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "transconductance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The transconductance of this amplifier is 5 millisiemens.
Example
The transconductance of the tube is specified as 6.5 mA/V.
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Summary: transconductance in Brief
The term 'transconductance' [trans-kuh n-duhk-tuh ns] refers to the ratio of the change in output current to the change in input voltage in a field-effect transistor or vacuum tube. It is often used to specify the performance of amplifiers.
