On Sun, 11 Aug 2002, Tony Harris wrote:

> I'm trying to figure out how to use my PIC to control an AC voltage.

Been through this exact same exercise.  See:

http://www.botkin.org/dale/yardlites/yardlites.html

I use two MOSFETs to switch the low-voltage AC side, derive the PIC DC
power from the AC as well.  Works like a charm.  I'm currently looking at
adding two more MOSFETs in parallel to reduce the heat, but then I'm
switching over 100W.  I've had this in use for about a month or so now,
works perfectly.  Big tip of the hat to Dave Dilatush for the idea.

Dale

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