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From: sosborn@apptech.com (Stephen H. Osborn)
Subject: Re: Most efficient 5v regulator 
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Date: Thu, 31 Mar 94 08:35:52  MDT
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> Clay Timmons (ctimmons@asic.sc.ti.com) wrote:
> : I'm looking for an efficient 5 volt regulator for a battery powered gizmo.
> : I plan on using 6 nicad AA batterys for this project and battery life will
> : be important.  Linear 3 terminal regulators are not very efficient.  Are 
> : there any switching regulators out there suitable for battery application?  
> : Ideas and sources appreciated.
> 
There is a company called PowerTrends that make very small switching
regulators.  They run near the 90% efficiency.  They are easy to use, and work
great.  Call them at (708)406-0900 and ask for a catalog.  They are a little
expensive ( about $15 ) but if that is what you need ...

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Stephen Osborn       Applied Technologies Inc.      Boulder Colorado USA
