> - all relay kickback catchers must be expensive, large > Schottky to have Vf < > +0.3V during inductive kickback of 100 mA or more, if the relay is > +driven > directly by the PIC (5V, 3V etc). relays driven directly by a PIC???? > So this would mean (also for Wouter): I think you have some requirement for reliable working in mind which I don't know. I don't design my circuits to be used near a working piezo fire lighter... Wouter van Ooijen -- ------------------------------------------- Van Ooijen Technische Informatica: www.voti.nl consultancy, development, PICmicro products docent Hogeschool van Utrecht: www.voti.nl/hvu -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist