>
> Nice thing about inductive loads is current ramps up and down slowly.
> Propblem of
> course when there is no flyback diode/suppression. If the inductive load
> is on the
> circuit board it's somewhat easier to account for. Off board needs a
> little more
> thought... long wires pick up noise from "outside" and couple back to you=
r
> 5V, etc.
>
> Inductive load is off board, up to 4 meters.  I make a habit of adding
suppression diodes as close as possible to the load (magnetic locks).

I have seen designs where they are placed on the board with the customer
simply connecting the inductive load without giving it a second thought.

Perhaps both is best.

Thanks to all.  I will get these boards made then bench test and scope the
rails etc to see how it all behaves.
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