Hmm, I am looking at the LP2980, thanks for the tip.  I notice it has a lot
more current draw than a sleeping PIC.  I guess I will do a little math and
see how long a few uAmps will last on my tiny batteries.

Best regards,
Giles

>I use either the Seiko S81250 or the Nat Semi LP2951.
>Both have a dropout between 0.04V and 0.350V (depending
>on load), up to 12V input and quiescent current around 50 -
>70uA. Easy to get, cheap, good for battery supplies like 6V
>gel cells
>


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