[sdiy] Another "which chip" question

[Paul Schreiber]

You want to use a CMOS version, like in the MOTM-101 (cough cough). The older 
bipolar versions draw 30ma (yes, 30ma) when the output is in transition, which 
glitches the heck out of the supply lines.

Paul S.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "J. Larry Hendry" <jlarryh at iquest.net>
To: "synth DIY" <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2004 12:07 AM
Subject: [sdiy] Another "which chip" question


> I'm planning some simple clock circuits with 555 and the dual version 556
> chips.  I seem to recall some discussion here about one version of the 555
> being a rather nasty player.  Someone care to recommend a particular one of
> the many variations of these puppies?  Or, something I should stay away
> from?  I'm using +/- 15 VDC supply.  So, most any Vcc is OK.
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> Thanks
> Larry Hendry
> www.wiseguysynth.com
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