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Old 07-05-2011, 09:02 PM
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Well, this is a regulator, albiet $16 odd, that doent need a heatsink, uses half the power and has exactly the same layout/circut as the 7805 you have.

No biggy, whatever you find cheaper ;-). If you find you need to use a 5v fan, this regulator is a lot easier to use, and takes less space than a 7805 with a heatsink.
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