(Solved): For the zener regulator circuit given below, zener diode breakdown voltage is given as V2=10V, ...
For the zener regulator circuit given below, zener diode breakdown voltage is given as V2=10V, (you may assume rz zener resistance as OΩ ), The power supply voltage Vps varies between 15V and 20V and Ri is given as 100Ω. a) Find the minimum value of RL such that the zener diode remains properly biased over the range of variation of Vps for (minimum zener current should not be less than one-fourth of the maximum current) (Hint: You should consider the no-load state for maximum Zener current) b) Find the minimum and maximum power dissipated in the entire circuit.