>Does anyone know if TI gives free samples.  I only need 1 TSL235 'Light
>intensity to frequency converter.'
>
>I went to their web sight, but did not find anything.  Any help?
>
Brian:

Unfortunately, TI no longer makes this part.

from the archives, ca. 2/99:

TI has just recently
announced it's divestiture of optoelectronic line to TOAS Inc.
TOAS is picking up products and can be reached at
972-673-0759  or  http://www.taosinc.com .

TI's selection guide:
http://www.ti.com/sc/docs/psheets/pids1.htm
note: TSL245 (and others) = NRND (not recommended for new designs)
TSL230a is still active.
sampled /purchased from Future or All-American

You might try Peter Anderson at pha@phanderson.com> if you just need one.

Reg Neale