Zener Diode Calculator

Design zener diode voltage regulator circuits with proper component values.

Circuit Parameters

Series Resistor

69.7
Calculated (ohms)
9
Standard (ohms)
0.68W
Power Dissipation
1.5W
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Design Status

Valid Design
Voltage Across Resistor6.90 V
Total Current99.02 mA
Nominal Zener Current49.02 mA

Operating Range

Iz at Min Vin20.32 mA
Iz at Max Vin92.07 mA
Min Iz Required9.80 mA
Max Iz Allowed98.04 mA
Zener Power (Max Vin)469.6 mW
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References

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🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.