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To: dhs12345

Based on the following, standard automotive chips operate from from -40C to +125C. Commercial grade stuff is not as robust, but probably not too likely it would be used in cars. -40C = -40F. At those temps, one had better take special precautions whether petroleum or batteries are used for power.

https://electronics.stackexchange.com/questions/60273/max-operating-temp-of-ics


170 posted on 02/07/2019 4:54:25 AM PST by DennisR (Look around - God gives numerous, indisputable clues that He does, indeed, exist.)
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To: DennisR

Exactly. Makes them a lot more expensive. The environment that a car has to function within is very harsh and extreme.


173 posted on 02/07/2019 11:48:51 AM PST by dhs12345
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