That 723

[<<marjan>>]

> I can install the DIP on a separate board, but what about heatsinking such
> a device? the old metal can had a heatsink.

if it's on separate board maybe you can put it against some heatsink

> The 4600 documentation says that the 5 volt should supply 60mA, which to my
> calculation indicates about 300mW.
> Will a plastic DIP 723 dissipate that without a heatsink?

Data says Iref is max 15mA (pin6)?

> 
> As to an alternative for a power supply, the 4600 requires +/-7 and +/-14
> Volt supplies, so a simple 7812 or 7815 won't do.

Maplin 5600/3800 synths use the same PSU but with 7805 instead 723 for
the same voltages. Worth looking.They are at A.Sponton's site.




marjan