[Amps] switchable zener cathode bias

Steve Flood kk7uv at bresnan.net
Tue Dec 30 11:53:14 EST 2008


Considering the common zener bias circuit (with the 2n3055 and resistor), what precautions should be taken if I wanted two different zeners (and associated bias voltages) selected by a switch or relay?   Is there a danger in the moment when the switch/relay throw is transferrring from one pole to the other and neither zener is in the circuit?   Likewise, if I used a make-before-break setup, can the two zeners be in parallel for a moment without causing trouble?

Thanks,
Steve KK7UV


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