[sdiy] zener question

[Paul Maddox]

>     Yes, run a resistor from the 12 volts to the Zener.  The size of the
> resistor will depend on the size of the load.  A zener shunt regulator
> is generally useful onl when the load is known for reasons which will
> become apparent in the next sentence.  

hehe, also dont forget, you connect the Zener the WRONG way round..
cathode to + and Anode to GND (0v)

Paul
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