[sdiy] ca3080???

[synth1 at airmail.net]

> The list of parts to choose from is:
> CA3080E, CA3080AE, NTE996 (supposed replacement part), CA3080A, CA3080S,
> CA3080H, ...

CA3080E = standard 8-pin DIP

CA3080AE = "improved" offset part, about 3X the 'E' for usually ZERO benefit

CA3080S = metal can 'E' with leads pre-cut and formed to fit in a DIP pcb

CA3080H = metal can 'E', leads NOT pre-formed

Paul S.