Matt Pobursky wrote:
> On Thu, 10 May 2007 19:32:00 -0400, Timothy J. Weber wrote:
>> Richard Prosser wrote:
>>> Also a LDO 3V3 linear reg for about 40mA current drain. Input Voltage
>>> is about 4.5V. Again - small cheap & available.
>>>
>> I'm using Microchip MCP1702 lately.  Typical quiescent current of 2 uA,
>> around $0.40.
> 
> Other than a moderately high dropout voltage (at low voltages) that looks
> like a really nice part. I've added it to my list of parts to consider for
> new designs!

And it asks for just 1uF ceramic in and out - no tantalum required.  I'd 
be interested to hear what you think if you get a chance to try it.

Thanks for your other recommendations too.
-- 
Timothy J. Weber
http://timothyweber.org
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