> Well, I can't comment on the problem, but don't throw the
> chips out! I'm
> looking for a new keychain :)
>
> And no, I'm not kidding :P

You can have them!  They're DIP's, though.  You might have to bend all the
pins over so that they don't break off and/or cause damage.  :)  I also have
plenty of C442's in PLCC.  If you check with each person on this list, I'm
sure you'll find millions of chips that have been / will be discarded...

Business opportunity, perhaps?

Have fun!

Jen

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