A zener diode of power rating 2W is to be used as a voltage regulator. If the zener diode ha s breakdown of 40V and its has to regulate voltage fluctuated between 6 V and 14 V, the value of Rs for safe operation should be_______
A zener diode of power rating 2W is to be used as a voltage regulator. If the zener diode ha s breakdown of 40V and its has to regulate voltage fluctuated between 6 V and 14 V, the value of Rs for safe operation should be_______
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1 Answer
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Maximum current through zener diode,
When unregulated voltage is 14V,
Potential difference across Rs,
VS = 14 – 10 = 4V
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