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The circuit produces a short 10ms pulse every two
seconds, drawing power from a 3v supply. I suggest using a surface mounted
green LED from Kingbright. Although the LED peak current is restricted to just
one milliamp, this part generates a very bright flash of light. The circuit draws
and average DC current of only 6 microamps from a 3v supply. When powered by
a small lithium coin cell with a 100ma-hour rating, it will flash for about two
years. This flasher might be a great add-on circuit for a flashlight, a key
chain or even attached to a cell phone, so the thing can be found in the dark.
Another application might be for a fake car alarm indicator. The circuit
might also be used in conjunction with some other battery powered product, to let
the user know when it is in operation. The small 6uA current drain would not
tax even the most stingy power budget. |
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