Colpitts {live build exp}

Colpitts osc 1918 - experiment . LC determines the freq and bias is determined by the imbalance in the two resonant capacitors - as the 'collector' output is fed back into the LC. then out of the LC and back into the base this sustains the oscillation of the LC. also as the 'ground' is equalized at the center of the two series capacitors - when at resonance they are effectively in series. this vectors the signal for sustained oscillation. this layout seems to be widely misunderstood but looking at this simpler gradation of it allows for actual understanding - if you are new to this click on the simulator section open the 'axes' drop down then click the voltage scale button then just below set the div to say 5ms or 10ms to see the oscillation - you can play with any variant value to see the general results 'live'