Pearl Two

I know it would be a pain to take pic of this implementation, do you perhaps already have a pick of this setup? Do you happen to remember what switching device you used?

Getting ready to use some lower output MC, this would be super handy...

Russellc

Part is here: A10303RNZQ C&K Components | Mouser

Wiring is like the drawing attached.🙂
 

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Resistors? Is 0.25W mandatory?

Hi

I am a litle confused as the description of the parts needed says all resistors are 0.25W - but Wayne also writes that he mostly uses Vishay-Dale RN55D - which I think are only 0.125W 😕

I think I could use Vishay-Dale RN60D? What are your oppinions in selecting restistors?

And by the way - why are the CMF-series more expensive than the RN series ? I would have imagined it would be the other way round (RN being military grade)?

The nice guy I bought the project from is talking warmly of Welwyn (but they are rather expensive)...

As always all your kind input is welcome 🙂
 
The RN series are derated for the military spec. The 1/4w resistors in the RN series are actually 1/2w devices. In your example the RN55 say 1/8w on the datasheet but are functionally identical to the CMF55 1/4w

The RN are also not lead-free (because the mil-spec understands the disaster that is lead-free solder and components) and being leaded, are difficult to sell.
 
The RN series are derated for the military spec. The 1/4w resistors in the RN series are actually 1/2w devices. In your example the RN55 say 1/8w on the datasheet but are functionally identical to the CMF55 1/4w

Thanks for making this clear :up: 🙂
The RN55's will be allright then.

The RN are also not lead-free (because the mil-spec understands the disaster that is lead-free solder and components) and being leaded, are difficult to sell.

😀