Here is Asia the first uC chip for the beginner is clear:

use an Atmel 89C2051.

I just got these local quotes in Hong Kong for 500 pieces:

AT89C2051-24PC   $US0.62

PIC16F84A-04P    $US1.75

PIC16F628-20P    $US2.53


I suggest these prices indicate the Production usage of PIC and Atmel chips
in the industries of southern China where most of the brown and white
goods, and toys for north America are made.

This price difference has been here for over a year.

I would be very interested to know why there is a difference and what are
the similar price comparisons in north America.


regards,

Peter Crowcroft
             DIY Electronics (HK) Ltd
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