Zener Voltage Reference with Follower

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Created Oct 3, 2026

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Updated Oct 3, 2026

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Components

4


Schematic

Yes


Simulation

DC operating point


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About this circuit

Use an emitter follower to supply load current while reducing the current drawn from a Zener reference.

Components used

Components used
4 components
NameManufacturerMPNCountType

Resistor

Generic

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2

Official

DC Voltage Source

Generic

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1

Official

NPN BJT

Generic

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1

Official

Zener Diode

Generic

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1

Official

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