Zener Current Formula

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Zener Current is defined as the current passing through a zener diode when it is in operating mode. Check FAQs
Iz=Vi-VzRz
Iz - Zener Current?Vi - Input Voltage?Vz - Zener Voltage?Rz - Zener Resistance?

Zener Current Example

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Here is how the Zener Current equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Zener Current equation looks like.

150.1344Edit=21.21Edit-10.6Edit70.67Edit
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Zener Current Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Iz=Vi-VzRz
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Iz=21.21V-10.6V70.67Ω
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Iz=21.21-10.670.67
Next Step Evaluate
Iz=0.150134427621339A
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
Iz=150.134427621339mA
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Iz=150.1344mA

Zener Current Formula Elements

Variables
Zener Current
Zener Current is defined as the current passing through a zener diode when it is in operating mode.
Symbol: Iz
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: mA
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Input Voltage
Input Voltage is defined as the voltage required at the input terminal of an electronic device to ensure the flow of current through it.
Symbol: Vi
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Zener Voltage
Zener Voltage is the threshold voltage at which a zener diode conducts current in reverse direction. It is determined by doping concentration of the diode.
Symbol: Vz
Measurement: Electric PotentialUnit: V
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Zener Resistance
Zener Resistance is calculated when zener diode is operating in the breakdown region, i.e., the region where it is conducting current in reverse direction.
Symbol: Rz
Measurement: Electric ResistanceUnit: Ω
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Zener Current?

Zener Current evaluator uses Zener Current = (Input Voltage-Zener Voltage)/Zener Resistance to evaluate the Zener Current, Zener current consists of a current limiting resistor connected in series with the input voltage with the Zener diode connected in parallel with the load resistor in this reverse biased condition. The stabilized output voltage is always selected to be the same as the breakdown voltage of the diode. Zener Current is denoted by Iz symbol.

How to evaluate Zener Current using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Zener Current, enter Input Voltage (Vi), Zener Voltage (Vz) & Zener Resistance (Rz) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Zener Current

What is the formula to find Zener Current?
The formula of Zener Current is expressed as Zener Current = (Input Voltage-Zener Voltage)/Zener Resistance. Here is an example- 150134.4 = (21.21-10.6)/70.67.
How to calculate Zener Current?
With Input Voltage (Vi), Zener Voltage (Vz) & Zener Resistance (Rz) we can find Zener Current using the formula - Zener Current = (Input Voltage-Zener Voltage)/Zener Resistance.
Can the Zener Current be negative?
No, the Zener Current, measured in Electric Current cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Zener Current?
Zener Current is usually measured using the Milliampere[mA] for Electric Current. Ampere[mA], Microampere[mA], Centiampere[mA] are the few other units in which Zener Current can be measured.
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