What is Zener Diode ? Zener Diode as a Voltage Regulator Explained (with solved Examples)

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  • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
    @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  6 років тому +72

    As this video is longer than the usual videos, please use the timestamps for the different topics covered in the video:
    0:25 What is Zener Diode
    5:40 Zener Diode as a Voltage Regulator
    9:08 Example 1
    12:17 Zener Diode as a Voltage Regulator with variable load
    15:25 Example 2
    17:25 Zener Diode as a Voltage Regulator with variable source voltage
    20:32 Example 3
    23:00 Zener Diode as a Voltage Regulator with variable series resistor
    25:39 Example 4

  • @gangishettyvijay6969
    @gangishettyvijay6969 Рік тому +12

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    @kamleshnehra407 4 роки тому +65

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  • @vaikh8450
    @vaikh8450 5 років тому +14

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  • @Official-tk3nc
    @Official-tk3nc 5 років тому +29

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    • @k.gambit5996
      @k.gambit5996 4 роки тому +4

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  • @shivamkumarroy8829
    @shivamkumarroy8829 19 днів тому +1

    00:16 Zener diodes are diodes designed to operate in the breakdown region.
    02:58 Zener diode can be operated as a voltage regulator.
    05:38 Zener diode can be used as a voltage regulator to provide a constant voltage
    08:45 The Zener current is equal to the difference between the source current and the load current.
    11:47 The Zener diode can be used as a voltage regulator with three variables: supply voltage, load resistance, and series resistance.
    14:52 The maximum current flowing through a Zener diode should be less than Izm.
    18:07 The minimum value of the supply voltage for proper functioning of the Zener diode in the breakdown region can be determined using the expression Vz * (Rs + RL) / RL.
    21:10 The Zener diode will work properly in the breakdown region when the supply voltage is between 12 volts and 14.5 volts.
    24:18 The maximum value of the series resistor is 1 kilo ohm, and the minimum value is 200 ohm.
    27:25 Zener diode can be used as a voltage regulator in circuits.
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  • @husainshamsu5314
    @husainshamsu5314 5 років тому +4

    A video that completely covers the topic.A great channel.clear videos diagrams..exceptional.

    • @frankreiserm.s.8039
      @frankreiserm.s.8039 3 роки тому

      check out the video about the zener diode on EEVblog on UA-cam.

  • @noweare1
    @noweare1 6 років тому +5

    Very complete and easy to understand tutorial on zener diodes but how to design with them. Thank you.

  • @satisharadhya1425
    @satisharadhya1425 4 роки тому +15

    I was really looking forward for this video to understand the concept of Zener Diode working as Voltage Regulator. Really appreciate the way you explain by giving examples and in simple words, which makes everyone to understand in better way.
    Kudos to you sir!!!!
    Please teach us about Flyback Diode/Damping diode in your upcoming videos.
    Eagerly waiting for it.
    Thank you

  • @mr.tesla2837
    @mr.tesla2837 2 роки тому +12

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    @JaikishanJaikumar 5 років тому +11

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    @nandakishore9579 2 роки тому +1

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  • @sleepdeprived6586
    @sleepdeprived6586 Рік тому

    Thank you dude for such an informative and helpful video it took me 2 hours to complete this video (by pausing and noting down the imp points) but i understood everything about zener diode. ❤

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    @doddilovakumari4722 4 роки тому +7

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    @bevfabrigas1081 5 років тому +17

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    @Nick-xl1tg 3 роки тому +1

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    @Mdharun-pv8ds 7 місяців тому +1

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    @bachelorlife123 4 роки тому +2

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    @vedanttamboli Рік тому +1

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    @knowledgeKorner474 Рік тому +1

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    @VersatileAnthem 5 років тому +9

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    @jatinjain850 4 роки тому +4

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    @Sekhar_Home 4 роки тому +2

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    @sampleproduct3522 2 роки тому +1

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    @zuhairalsaffar7001 3 роки тому +4

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  • @dipikatandel9540
    @dipikatandel9540 4 роки тому +1

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    @Maybe.019 3 роки тому

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    @satvikchauhan85 Рік тому

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    @jayasharma7713 5 років тому +1

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    @sandip_kanzariya8476 2 роки тому

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    @mostafezurrahman8476 3 роки тому +1

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    @9629024694 Рік тому

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    @alliajagbe3853 2 роки тому +1

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    @b.aishpatil 4 роки тому +3

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    @thirutg9936 2 роки тому +1

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    @krutikanaka3663 4 роки тому +1

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    @chiranjibimahapatra708 4 роки тому +2

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    @moments_unforgettable_earth 2 роки тому

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  • @kamrulhasanshuvo9062
    @kamrulhasanshuvo9062 4 роки тому +5

    Very helpful video indeed. I have a question - from where the equation of Rs(max) came?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  4 роки тому +1

      At 23:59, the two terms are equated and the equation is simplified for Rs.
      During this derivation, it has been assumed that the Zener Knee Current is Zero. That means just voltage across the Zener diode should remain at least Vz to operate it in the breakdown region.

  • @arvind3656
    @arvind3656 3 роки тому +1

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  • @adityakashyap2237
    @adityakashyap2237 Рік тому

    Very Nice explanation of Zener Diode topic. Please explain me about differential amplifier also

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  Рік тому +1

      It has been already covered on the channel. Please check the channel page. In case, if you don’t get it then let me know, will send you a link.

    • @adityakashyap2237
      @adityakashyap2237 Рік тому +1

      Ok Sir

  • @ChemKirti
    @ChemKirti 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this vedio...

  • @moumitade6265
    @moumitade6265 3 роки тому +1

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  • @airdhe8005
    @airdhe8005 2 роки тому

    the best explanation

  • @atexnik
    @atexnik 3 роки тому

    In Russian literature this is called Parametric Voltage Stabilizer, the other type is called Compensating Voltage stabilizer, which uses a feedback from output to compare it with reference voltage to make the necessary adjustment.

  • @sunildesai5531
    @sunildesai5531 2 роки тому

    Nicely explained

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    @neerajhebbar7313 3 роки тому +1

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    @purpiedurpie 4 роки тому +2

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  • @deenathayalan-i9j
    @deenathayalan-i9j 4 місяці тому

    How zener diode maintain constant voltage across load,how it reduces voltage?let me explain plz

  • @ee22anilkumar76
    @ee22anilkumar76 2 роки тому

    Thanks you very much sir ji

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    @landonjackson284 2 роки тому +20

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      @DisiCoco-nm2gw 3 місяці тому

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    @manjithamarasinghe7118 4 роки тому

    This video is great

  • @mohanmanikanth8687
    @mohanmanikanth8687 3 роки тому

    How do I find Vout for the examples which u solved
    It was really great explanation

  • @prasanthkumar9699
    @prasanthkumar9699 4 роки тому

    nice explaination sir

  • @dhirajkumarsahu999
    @dhirajkumarsahu999 5 років тому +1

    thanks a lot for this...but I got a doubt, after the zener breakdown occurs, the voltage across it remains constant, but the current through it increases exponentially with the applied voltage. Can we say that after the breakdown the resistance of it will decrease exponentially?

  • @parth6661
    @parth6661 2 роки тому

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  • @deepachauhan9365
    @deepachauhan9365 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks 😊 sir

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    @kuldeepnishad2194 3 роки тому +1

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    @shahrukhkhanshahrukh3504 4 роки тому

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  • @asadulhuq
    @asadulhuq 4 роки тому

    Excellent!

  • @believethat6739
    @believethat6739 5 років тому +1

    Sir what is the reason of minority carrier in diodes. p-side mn thode se electron or n-side mn thode holes Kese ate h

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  5 років тому

      Please check this video, you will get it.
      ua-cam.com/video/CjAVfW_6juw/v-deo.html
      After watching it, if you still have any dount then let me know here.

  • @nirbhaykumarchaubey8777
    @nirbhaykumarchaubey8777 Рік тому

    Sir, please rearrange the videos in the playlist Diode Circuits I think precision diode and peak detector circuit should come after op amp and the playlist would be fine, please take a look at this. 🙏

  • @sathvikambati3464
    @sathvikambati3464 3 роки тому

    Thank you Sir

  • @saiteja.s
    @saiteja.s 6 років тому +3

    Helpful

  • @mohitkwatra9587
    @mohitkwatra9587 4 роки тому

    But why can't the current Inc from its rated value in zener diode.....
    As we saw from graph that Iz can be too much at that almost same voltage....

  • @atanudey6507
    @atanudey6507 4 роки тому +1

    Thank u so much

  • @bhaveshaghara750
    @bhaveshaghara750 4 роки тому

    Philip trimmer which is work on 1.2 volt and it takes near about 1.4 Amp.
    Currently it works on battery but i wat to make 1.2 v, 1.4 amp adaptor from mobile charger which is 5 v, 3 amp of capacity.
    Can u tell me what is the value of input resistance and its wattage, zener diode specs....

    • @circuitsanalytica4348
      @circuitsanalytica4348 4 роки тому

      Dear friend, use LM 317, a three terminal variable voltage regulator

  • @rajakaintura5709
    @rajakaintura5709 4 роки тому +1

    I have made n side up
    And p side down
    But rest of diagram is right
    In zener diode
    How much I will get out of three?

  • @nathan.m9109
    @nathan.m9109 4 роки тому +1

    Sir can u tell me how zener regulates when source voltage increases

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  4 роки тому +5

      In case of the Zener diode, in reverse bias, when we increase the voltage beyond Vz (Its Zener Voltage) then it tries to maintains the same voltage across it. But the current through the Zener diode increases.
      In reality the voltage slightly increases, as we increase the source voltage. And it is also evident from the Zener Curve in the reverse biased condition. But for academic purpose and even in some sort of applications the small increase in the voltage is acceptable and can be assumed as if the voltage across it remains constant.
      But at the same current through the diode increase.
      Because of that, the power dissipation across the diode increases.
      And if it goes beyond the rated value, it can damage the diode.
      So, when the source voltage increases, then one needs to ensure that the current through the diode is less than the Iz (max), the maximum allowable Zener Current.
      I hope it will clear your doubt.

    • @amberbusra3736
      @amberbusra3736 4 роки тому +1

      Sir how written assignment Ques explain how zener diode acts as a voltage regulator

  • @Vishalkumar-zd4vb
    @Vishalkumar-zd4vb 2 місяці тому

    Sir I can't understand how yu find the minimum load resistance when Rs and Vs is constant.

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  2 місяці тому

      Hi, would you please mention the timestamp where you are referring to in the video. It will become easier for me to answer your question.

  • @queencyfernandes6369
    @queencyfernandes6369 4 роки тому

    how does the dynamic impedance vary with zener current?

  • @ahmadzia7528
    @ahmadzia7528 5 років тому +3

    thums up for yuh guys !

  • @satviksharma1146
    @satviksharma1146 5 років тому +4

    Epic!

  • @raulboja8679
    @raulboja8679 3 роки тому

    can i use this in motorcycle as voltage regular

  • @prabesh5339
    @prabesh5339 4 роки тому

    Wheather any capacitor is required after zenner or not ? If yes then why and calculating the value , if not then why ?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  4 роки тому +1

      No, as you can see, directly a load is connected after zener. Actually, after the rectification,the filtered output can be connected to zener diode. Considering ideal zener diode, it elemimates the ripple in the filtered output and output voltage across it remains the same.
      I hope, it will clear your doubt.

    • @prabesh5339
      @prabesh5339 4 роки тому

      Thank you sir .

  • @mr.tesla2837
    @mr.tesla2837 2 роки тому

    I have a question: What shall I do if I don't know load resistance?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  2 роки тому

      Just assume some value of load resistance, which you supposed to be using. And accordingly you can select other values. With that design, you can mention that, it will work for load upto let's say 1kΩ.

  • @charansai3457
    @charansai3457 5 років тому +1

    Thanks sir...

  • @mayurshah9131
    @mayurshah9131 6 років тому

    Very good

  • @TakHandler
    @TakHandler 5 років тому +1

    Thxx bro

  • @shashanks7346
    @shashanks7346 2 роки тому

    Can somebody let me know how he solves using thevinens equivalence in the questions

  • @Pariharnawab
    @Pariharnawab 5 років тому +1

    Thanks sir

  • @josephmichaelm8139
    @josephmichaelm8139 4 роки тому

    Why we cant use the pn junction diode as voltage regulator.... 🤔🤔

    • @keviseiralu4536
      @keviseiralu4536 4 роки тому

      I think it's because normal PN junction diodes will get damaged when operated in the breakdown region. Zener diodes are spicial diodes which are designed to operate in their breakdown region. Looking up the two types of breakdowns, i.e. Avalanche breakdown and Zener breakdown may help you grasp a further understanding as to what makes Zener diodes special. Good luck mate.

    • @josephmichaelm8139
      @josephmichaelm8139 4 роки тому

      @@keviseiralu4536 Thank you :)

  • @guardofhonour3089
    @guardofhonour3089 5 років тому

    ex2:expressing with constants

  • @shovon64
    @shovon64 5 років тому

    Thanks a lot

  • @gamar1226
    @gamar1226 4 роки тому

    Hello, what is the purpose of the load resistor?

    • @gamar1226
      @gamar1226 4 роки тому

      Is it to ensure that the Zener Diode works properly?I mean its purpose would be to make this voltage regulator work?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  4 роки тому +1

      Typically the load resistor is the load across which we require a constant voltage. It could be the input of some circuit or input stage of bigger circuit. During the analysis, it can be represented as the input impedance of that circuit. But here for simplicity, it is represented simply as load resistor.
      I hope it will clear your doubt.

    • @gamar1226
      @gamar1226 4 роки тому

      @@ALLABOUTELECTRONICS it does, thank you!

  • @playerplaying3936
    @playerplaying3936 5 років тому +1

    Thanks

  • @yys9801
    @yys9801 5 років тому

    Hi, I want to ask .can I connect a zenor diod across.a battery.to regulate charging .( Specialy 3.8 volt laptop battery in series .to get 12 volts. 3.8x4 =14.8. I want 12 volt. Thanks a lot .

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  5 років тому +1

      I would suggest you to use a voltage regulator instead of the Zener diode.
      Of course, you can connect, but the practically, the Zener diode won't give you a constant voltage across it.
      Instead, you can use a regulator like LM 317.

    • @yys9801
      @yys9801 5 років тому

      @@ALLABOUTELECTRONICS thanks for ur reply.

    • @yys9801
      @yys9801 5 років тому

      To be frank .I want to connect laptop battery in bike (Yamaha rx100). I. Have connected few times works fine few months than battery became open. Presently again connected 4 in seris in to 3 line's .in gap of few day I take reading now crossed 17 volts .means it will not last..that's why I asked for diod

  • @savisavisavisai1571
    @savisavisavisai1571 5 років тому +1

    👌👌sir

  • @omarhosari479
    @omarhosari479 5 років тому

    brilliant

  • @frankreiserm.s.8039
    @frankreiserm.s.8039 3 роки тому

    How can Is(max) be above Izm?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  3 роки тому

      Is is the supply current. It will always be more than Iz. Since, Is= Iz+ IL. Therefore Is(max) can be more than Iz (max).
      I hope it will clear your doubt.

  • @venkat.sairam
    @venkat.sairam 4 роки тому

    please provide notes and make an app please.

  • @adibmd.ridwan
    @adibmd.ridwan 5 років тому

    Sir , if Iz is greater than Iz(max), then what happen?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  5 років тому

      It can damage the Zener diode.

    • @madagalarajasekhsar3739
      @madagalarajasekhsar3739 5 років тому

      power dissipated by the zener diode is very high and the diode may get destroyed

    • @circuitsanalytica4348
      @circuitsanalytica4348 4 роки тому

      If Iz is greater than rated maximum, power dissipated as heat will damage the PN junction permanently....

  • @himanshdaksh1834
    @himanshdaksh1834 2 роки тому

    can you provide us notes?

  • @rana09able
    @rana09able 5 місяців тому

    Nice

  • @rajeevsingh1298
    @rajeevsingh1298 6 років тому +1

    Upload next video sooooon....

  • @wildpuyito
    @wildpuyito 5 років тому

    what happen if Vth is less than the zener voltage?

    • @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS
      @ALLABOUTELECTRONICS  5 років тому +1

      If Vth is less than Zener Voltage, then the Zener Diode will act as an open circuit. And Vo = Vin.

    • @googlearthtest12
      @googlearthtest12 Рік тому

      I think Vin would be equal to Vs + VL (where VL = Vo).
      Vin = Vs + Vo.
      Please confirm.

    • @googlearthtest12
      @googlearthtest12 Рік тому

      1. What would happen (w.r.t Example 1) if we select RL less than its minimum value. Let's say we connect RL with value of 50 ohm [but RL(min) is 125ohm] , what would happen to Vz/VL? Will it remain 5V or drop?
      2. What would happen (w.r.t Example 1) if we use 5v zener diode and put 3v LED as RL in the circuit?? What would now be the voltage across zener diode / load (Vz/VL) ?

  • @guardofhonour3089
    @guardofhonour3089 5 років тому

    Vi,Rs also can vary

  • @edgardoconcepcion8308
    @edgardoconcepcion8308 4 роки тому

    what is the meaning of Izm means?