Dario Greggio wrote:
>> The 7805 output can not harm the PIC, unless you hve funny things on the
>> 7805 input. Which might be caused by your (long?) cables.
> 
> I have a network of PIC16F628, powered via UTP cable (2 wires for 24V 
> and 2 wires for 485), and each is powered by a 7805.
> I protected its input via a 1N4007 diode and a 10uF cap. Would have 
> liked to place a 1ohm resistor but had no more room available.
> Wiring goes for some 100-200mt.

I'm curious, what is this network used for?

Vitaliy
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