Duple limit comparator with LM709

This voltage comparator circuit gives a positive output when the signaling voltage is a positive or negative more than 8.5V. But in between that the product is glum voltage. The positive limit point is defined by the ratio of R1, R2, and the cynical prickle by R1, R3. The forward voltage drop decussate the diodes [...]

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