synergetix@HOME.COM wrote:

> Quick thanx to all those which replied, kindly, to my posted question.
> Almost as good as Macrosoft's tech support ;-)
>
> I need to use a PIC I/O line as a simple SPST switch, but I would rather
> use something lighter than a relay.  Would a 4066 work?  If so, is there
> any interfacing circuitry required between the CMOS and the PIC?  (I'd
> rather ask before blowing any more parts, as my electronic habit is
> driving me into debt)
>
>                                 Thanx again,
>
>                                                 Synergetix

No,

Try the 74HC4066
It works fine for me.

Eduard Bos