klem kedidelhopper wrote:

I need to replace this TO220 regulator in a power supply I'm working
on. The original is a "CT" suffix however looking through the books I
see that there are several other versions of this part. The original
seems to be a 1.0 amp device while several others appear to be able to
handle 1.50 amps. I would like to buy a few extras to have on hand.
Aside from any appreciable price difference, would it make sense to
buy a bunch of "CT's" that will only handle 1.0 amp when there are1.50
amp parts available that will do the equivalent job? Thanks, Lenny
It makes sense to get a larger unit if it's not going to put you in the
poor house.

Jamie