On 6/12/08, Apptech wrote: > >> >> The load will be up to ~250mA, btw. > >> > > >> > Use Bob's method only. Eg. > >> > > >> > R1 1K 1/4W > >> > R2 10K > >> > R3 6K8 > >> > NPN: 2N/MMBT4401 > >> > PNP: 2N/MMBT4403 Only for the experts in analogic computation which has answered to this subject. There is a methode which is able to drive a +140V directly from a PIC pin , without any NPN. Any Nixie guys here ? :) greetings, Vasile -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist