Electronics help recitifier with a zener diode

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The discussion focuses on designing a rectifier using a zener diode with specific parameters: a primary voltage of 120V at 60Hz, a desired DC output of 12V, and a load current of 100 mA while maintaining a voltage drop across the load of no more than 0.3V. The participant is struggling to calculate the required capacitor value due to a lack of information on the direct current (IDC). It is noted that the zener diode must operate above its zener current to effectively clamp the voltage. The participant references an external source for further understanding of diode behavior. The conversation highlights the challenges in determining IDC and the importance of zener diode characteristics in the design.
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Homework Statement


Design a rectifier with a zener diode that satisfies the following:
Primary voltage = 120V @ 60Hz
VDC = 12V
IR2 = 100 mA (R2 being the load)
Vr(R2) <= .3V

Homework Equations


C=IDC/(2fVr)
IDC=IR3 + IR1


The Attempt at a Solution


I tried calculating the capacitor, but how am I supposed to get IDC if I don't have any other current?
 

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