High voltage regulation [RE-wrenches]

[Frank Lewon]

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Jeff,

Depending on load current you can use a LM7812T voltage regulator. 
This is a three terminal device that is low cost, readily available 
and will handle about a amp. Use a heat sink!

Frank Lewon BZ

At 03:26 PM 8/28/2006, you wrote:

>Hi Wrenches,
>
>   We're working on a prototype remote internet station for 
> developing countries that is powered by PV at 12 volts 
> nominal.  One of the components is sensitive on the high end and 
> doesn't like to see anything higher than 13 volts coming from the 
> batteries.  Any suggestions on an inexpensive way to narrow the 
> range of voltage supplied to the load?
>
>   Thanks much,
>   Jeff Lahl
>   Solar Electric Light Fund
>
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