Creating Sound (using inverters)

This is an oscillator circuit that will generate a frequency that you can hear and play it on the passive buzzer.

The Circuit

The capacitor (C1) and the resistor (R1) sets the frequency of the oscillation. Lower values means higher frequency.

Resistor (R2) sets the current for the transistor. And the transistor controls the current to the buzzer, turning it on and off rapidly.

Parts List

Reference Value
Battery 9V
BZR1 Passive Buzzer/Piezo Element
C1 100 nF
Q1 BC547
R1 10k
R2 10k
U1 CD40106

The Layout

Here's an example of how you can build the circuit.

Created: Nov 26, 2025 | Updated: Nov 26, 2025 |