Welcome to our site! EDAboard.com is an international Electronics Discussion Forum focused on EDA software, circuits, schematics, books, theory, papers, asic, pld, 8051, DSP, Network, RF, Analog Design, PCB, Service Manuals... and a whole lot more! To participate you need to register. Registration is free. Click here to register now.
Line regulation defines as the output voltage of the zener to remain constant under input line variation. Load regulations defined as the load increases or decreases the zener will control this variation by keeping the voltage constant....
I'm tempted to say, neither. But with small Vin to Vout voltage drop, line regulation will be worse. Just consider, how the Z-diode current changes in each case.
As said, the change in zener diode current is the cause of output voltage changes. If the load current is small related to zener diode current, load regulation will be better. But it's easy to calculate it for your intended circuit.
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
