Random Byte Generator

[Caustic]

This is actually funny because this is sorta related to the breakdown voltage discussions with the super simple oscillator.

SEE ALL THE THREADS OF ALL THE ISSUES:

Troubles with the SUPER SIMPLE OSCILLATOR

A few threads have discussed problems with this Circuit. Not sure if its because its usually people’s first or that really this reverse avalanche effect that causes the oscillation isnt as consistent as people expect. I skipped building this thing, so i cant say i have any experience with this one. Do you have a multimeter? If se, we can guide you in the process of troubleshooting if you like. Also, are you using new batteries?

TLDR; if one transistor doesnt avalanche, try another.

See this for more info:

Random Sequence Generator based on Avalanche Noise