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I have a situation where I need around 15-17w at 12v with occaisional trips into 19-21w range. I have a pile of LM317's from previous projects and finding LM338's in town is impossible. Also I would not like to use any extra components, so sadly adding a transistor to do the current isn't available.
Heat isn't an issue, I have lots of small to large heat sinks around, mostly I'm curious if I will trip a current sensing circuit of some sort and if the little regulator can handle it.
Thanks for any help and insight, I appreciate it.
Heat isn't an issue, I have lots of small to large heat sinks around, mostly I'm curious if I will trip a current sensing circuit of some sort and if the little regulator can handle it.
Thanks for any help and insight, I appreciate it.