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Old 8th Sep 2019, 2:38 am   #21
Maarten
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Default Re: Defective/ fake LM317T

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Originally Posted by Jolly 7 View Post
My attempts to build a 1.2 to 37V voltage regulator have been frustrated by what I can only guess is a fake LM317T. It was part of a kit purchased from eBay. The kit did not come with the insulated washer or mica sheet either. Removing the IC has caused damage to the board and it looks like it could be a write off.
I wonder what other members' experience is in relation to LM317Ts purchased from China ?
A picture is always helpful in case of fakes.
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