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What percentage of electronic equipment is powered from low voltage DC supplies?

  • 95% (correct)
  • 50%
  • 85%
  • 70%

What is the primary function of a transformer in a DC power supply?

  • Regulates voltage
  • Converts DC to AC
  • Steps down AC voltage (correct)
  • Stores energy

Which characteristics do electronic components require from a DC supply?

  • High noise and low regulation
  • Well regulated and low noise (correct)
  • Mixed AC and DC characteristics
  • Poor response to load changes

What is commonly used to convert AC mains into low voltage DC supplies?

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Which of the following concepts is crucial for the operation of a regulated power supply?

<p>Voltage Regulation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical input AC voltage for many DC power supplies?

<p>220 V RMS (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of voltage regulator is typically used in a basic DC power supply?

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What is not a requirement for a DC power supply in electronic components?

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What does a diode rectifier do in the DC power supply circuit?

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Which type of power supply maintains a steady output voltage despite changes in input or load?

<p>Ideal Power Supply (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between an ideal and a real DC power supply?

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How is line regulation defined in the context of DC power supplies?

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What is the purpose of a capacitor filter in a DC power supply?

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Which component can keep the DC voltage constant despite changes in input or load conditions?

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What is the typical RMS value of AC voltage connected to the transformer in a DC power supply?

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What is line regulation expressed as in the example provided?

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How is load regulation defined?

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Based on the examples, what would the line regulation be if the output decreased by 0.5 V?

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From the given data, what is the change in output voltage from no-load to full-load for load regulation?

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Which value represents the nominal output voltage in the line regulation example?

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What does the load regulation percentage measure?

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What does a lower load regulation percentage indicate?

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If a voltage regulator outputs 10 V under full-load, and 10.5 V under no-load, what is the load regulation percentage?

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What is the purpose of applying the amplified difference voltage to the transistor Q1?

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Which series of integrated circuit voltage regulators is designed for fixed positive outputs?

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How is the output voltage determined for the fixed linear regulator in the 78xx series?

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Which of the following describes a negative linear regulator?

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What components are integrated within an IC voltage regulator?

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What is a common example of a variable voltage integrated circuit voltage regulator?

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Which statement about the 79xx series is correct?

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What does the configuration of an integrated circuit voltage regulator primarily depend on?

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How does the output sample circuit affect the linear voltage regulator's performance?

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What is the function of the pass transistor in a series linear voltage regulator?

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What role does the error detector play in a series linear voltage regulator?

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Which component is essential for amplifying the difference between the reference and sensed voltage in a linear voltage regulator?

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What does the resistive voltage divider do in a series linear voltage regulator?

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What is a characteristic of series linear voltage regulators compared to shunt linear regulators?

<p>They maintain constant voltage regardless of load (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the adjustable output voltage range for the LM317 regulator?

<p>1.2 V to 37 V (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes linear power supplies from switched power supplies?

<p>Linear power supplies typically generate less noise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the primary function of a linear power supply?

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Which component is used for output voltage adjustment in the LM337?

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What is the maximum output current the LM317 can provide?

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What is the significance of the current IADG in the LM317 regulator?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding both LM317 and LM337?

<p>Both can have their output voltage adjusted with external resistors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which resistor values modify the output voltage of the LM317 regulator?

<p>Both R1 and R2 affect the output voltage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference in the output voltage ranges of the LM317 and LM337?

<p>LM317 provides a positive voltage output while LM337 provides a negative voltage output. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

DC Power Supply

A type of power supply that converts AC voltage (household electricity) into DC voltage (direct current) with a specific output voltage.

Electronic Equipments

Electronic devices that require a stable and consistent DC voltage for proper operation.

95% of Electronic Devices Use DC

Most electronic devices utilize DC power supplies for their primary energy source.

Batteries

A battery stores electrical energy chemically, providing DC directly.

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Power Supply Converting AC to DC

A system that transforms AC electricity to DC electricity at a specific voltage, typically after a reduction in voltage using a transformer.

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Voltage Regulation

The ability to maintain a constant output voltage despite variations in input voltage or load changes.

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Well-Regulated DC Supply

A DC power supply with low voltage ripple and noise, and which can quickly adapt to changes in load demands.

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Noise characteristics

The level of variation in voltage output, usually unwanted and measured in ripple or noise.

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Line Regulation

The percentage change in the output voltage for a given change in the input voltage. It measures how well a power supply handles changes in the input voltage.

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Ideal DC Power Supply

A power supply that provides a constant DC voltage regardless of changes in input voltage or load. Its output is ideal and unaffected by fluctuations.

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Real DC Power Supply

A real-world power supply whose output voltage changes slightly under load or input voltage changes. It's not perfect but still useful.

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Zener Regulated DC Power Supply

A circuit that uses a Zener diode to regulate the output voltage. This simple circuit provides a stable output despite input voltage variations.

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Basic Linear Voltage Regulator

A basic linear voltage regulator circuit that uses a transistor for voltage regulation. It offers a simple and effective way to provide a stable output voltage.

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Integrated Circuit Voltage Regulators

Specialized integrated circuits designed for voltage regulation. They are compact, efficient, and easy to use for building regulated power supplies.

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AC to DC Conversion

The process of converting AC voltage into DC voltage, typically involving a transformer, diode rectifier, capacitor filter, and voltage regulator.

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Load Regulation (Full-Load to No-Load)

It reflects the difference in output voltage between the no-load condition (no current drawn) and full-load condition (maximum current drawn).

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Load Regulation (Percentage Change)

It represents the percentage change in output voltage for a given change in load current. It's typically expressed in %/A (percent change per Ampere).

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Linear Voltage Regulator

A circuit that provides a stable voltage output, minimizing the impact of changes in input voltage and load current.

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Series Linear Voltage Regulator

A type of voltage regulator where the control element, typically a transistor, is placed in series between the input and output. This means the input voltage flows through the transistor before reaching the output.

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Output Sample Circuit

It measures the output voltage and compares it to a reference voltage.

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Error Detector

It compares the sampled output voltage with a reference voltage.

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Control Element

The error detector instructs the control element to adjust the output voltage to match the reference.

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Resistive Voltage Divider

It senses changes in the output voltage and converts them to a proportional voltage.

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Op-Amp circuit

It amplifies the error voltage (the difference between sampled and reference voltages) to control the control element.

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Reference Voltage

The reference voltage is the target output voltage desired.

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Output Voltage

The output voltage is the voltage that comes out of the regulator.

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Basic Op-Amp Series Regulator

A type of voltage regulator that uses an operational amplifier (op-amp) to control the output voltage to match a reference voltage.

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IC Voltage Regulators

Integrated circuits designed to regulate voltage, typically available as series regulators.

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Fixed Voltage IC Regulators

A category of IC voltage regulators that offer fixed output voltages.

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Fixed Positive Linear Regulator (78xx)

IC voltage regulators with a consistent positive output voltage. They are identified by the '78xx' series designation.

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Fixed Negative Linear Regulator (79xx)

IC voltage regulators with a consistent negative output voltage. These are designated by the'79xx' series.

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Variable Voltage IC Regulators

A type of IC voltage regulator that allows you to adjust the output voltage within a specific range.

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LM317

A popular variable voltage regulator with a positive output. It provides flexibility in setting the output voltage.

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LM337

Similar to the LM317, but with a negative output, offering variable voltage control.

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Output Voltage Adjustment

In a variable linear regulator, such as the LM317 or LM337, the output voltage is set using two external resistors. One resistor is fixed (R1) and the other is variable (R2). Their values determine the output voltage.

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Load Current

The current drawn from the voltage regulator by the connected load. This current can fluctuate depending on the load's power requirements.

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Internal Quiescent Current

A small current drawn by the internal circuitry of the voltage regulator itself, typically negligible compared to the load current.

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Fixed Resistor (R1)

The external resistor, referred to as R1, used in variable linear voltage regulators to set a reference voltage. This is typically a fixed resistor with a specific value.

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Study Notes

ECE121: Electronics (1) - Lecture 1: Regulated Power Supply

  • Course: Electronics (1)
  • Lecture: Regulated Power Supply
  • Lecturer: Dr. Haitham El-Hussieny
  • University: Benha University
  • Semester: Spring 2017

Lecture Outline

  • Introduction
  • Concept of Voltage Regulation
  • A Zener-Regulated DC Power Supply
  • Basic Linear Voltage Regulator
  • Integrated Circuit Voltage Regulators

Introduction (DC Power Supply)

  • Approximately 95% of electronic equipment runs on low-voltage DC supplies.

  • Power sources can be batteries or AC-to-DC power supplies.

  • Electronic components need a well-regulated DC supply with low noise and rapid response to load changes.

  • Components of a DC power supply:

    • Transformer: steps down AC voltage to desired DC output level (typically 220 V RMS)
    • Rectifier: produces a full-wave rectified voltage
    • Filter: smooths the rectified voltage into a DC voltage
    • IC Regulator: ensures a stable DC output voltage despite input or load variations

  • Ideal vs. Real DC Regulated Power Supply:

    • Ideal: maintains a constant DC output voltage regardless of input voltage or load changes
    • Real: output voltage fluctuates with input voltage or load changes

Concept of Voltage Regulation

  • Line Regulation: The percentage change in output voltage for a given change in input voltage (expressed as %/V).

    • Formula: Line regulation = (ΔVout/Vout) * 100%/ΔVin

  • Example: If a power supply's input voltage drops 5V and its output drops 0.25V, the initial output was 15V; the line regulation is 0.333%/V.

  • Load Regulation: The percentage change in output voltage for a given change in load current (often expressed as a percentage change from no-load to full-load).

    • Formula: Load regulation = (VNL - VFL)/VFL * 100%

  • Example: A regulator with a 12V no-load output that drops to 11.9V under a full load has a load regulation of 0.840%.

A Zener-Regulated DC Power Supply

  • Zener Diode: Used as a voltage regulator to provide stable reference voltages.
  • Constant Output Voltage: The zener diode maintains a nearly constant output voltage across its terminals, even with input voltage variations (within limits).
  • Current Adjustment: Input voltage changes proportionally affect the zener diode current (Iz), thus limiting input voltage variation based on the minimum and maximum current (Izk and Izm) the zener can handle.

Basic Linear Voltage Regulator

  • Series Linear Regulators: Contain a pass transistor in series with the load between the input and output. The output sample circuit monitors changes in the output voltage. The error detector compares these readings with a set reference voltage and adjusts the transistor to maintain the output at a constant value.

  • Shunt Linear Regulators: Control current instead of voltage to minimize output voltage variations.

Integrated Circuit Voltage Regulators

  • IC Regulators: Integrate reference voltage, error detector, and control unit into a single package.
  • Fixed Voltage Regulators (78xx): Positive output voltages, where last two numbers indicate the regulated voltage output
  • Example: 7805 is a 5V regulator
  • Fixed Negative Voltage Regulators (79xx): Negative output voltages; last two numbers designate the regulated voltage.
  • Variable Voltage Regulators (LM317/LM337): Positive and negative voltage adjustments, depending on external resistor values
  • Examples: LM317, LM337

Power Supply Project

  • Students will select an IC regulator, simulate it using Proteus, and design a variable power supply.
  • Deliverables are due on specific dates.

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