>> I think Jameco only carries the SG3524. The LM3524 is an improved >> version, the opamp inputs common-mode range is extended and allows >> connecting to the output voltage and vref directly, not having to use a >> voltage divider like the SG3524. > so if I hook up a voltage divider to match the internal reference I > should be ok, right? Yes, divide the reference and the feedback and it should work fine. I know I have a box of those Arnold cores somewhere, if I find them I'll ask you for your address and send you a couple. Cheers, Bob -- http://www.piclist.com hint: The list server can filter out subtopics (like ads or off topics) for you. See http://www.piclist.com/#topics