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    • megabyteM Offline
      megabyte
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      Hi guys, I'm designing a sensor node that will run of 3xAAA alkaline cells.

      I need to choose a DC-DC converter with low Iq and sufficient current to drive the LoPy.

      What is the peak current draw I should plan for?

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        I found sipy very power hungry when starting around 460 mA

        if i put my Fluke to measure amps on the 400ma Fuse the sipy will not start...

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