> For this sort of thing, and audio amplifier driving a reverse-=20 > connected mains transformer can provide a quick & cheap solution Mike, I was going to suggest that, for the higher voltages anyway. I've seen it used to control frequency-sensitive mains equipment, including some vintage gear that was built without speed regulation feedback Joe --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .