>         Yes Olin, but sometimes manufacturers don't follows specs 100% and
do
> something they "feel" is better. Blindly following the spec is fine 99% of
> the time, until the 1% bites you in the butt. I agree that the reason for
a
> spec is to avoid these situations but that doesn't mean every part is
> perfect. Aside from that it is sometimes beneficial to not require maximum
> current sink (for power savings), this is something you need to read the
> chip spec for.

Phillips, who owns IIC, won't let anyone use the "I2C" trademark or mention
it that doesn't fully adhere to the spec.  In other words, if it can't sink
the required amount then it isn't IIC, and the manufacturer isn't allowed to
say it's IIC compatible.


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