[plug] Dallas One Wire systems

[Bernd Felsche]

"Timothy White" <weirdit at gmail.com> writes:
>On 12/18/06, Jim Householder <nofixed at westnet.com.au> wrote:

>> I'm not using it, but I have noticed options for it in the kernel's
>> .config.  Check it for strings containing DALLAS.  If they are not
>> set you will have to build a custom kernel.

>I had noticed them a while ago as well. So I was more concerned with
>locating parts, and what client side software was available.
>For now, I've requested a sample from Dallas of the temperature chips
>I need, and I'll have a go with the serial circuit Greg pointed me to.

I assume that you mean the DS18S20 in TO3 package.

>I'm a little concerned though, that I can only run maybe 3 temperature
>chips off the serial port, if using parasite power, as I would ideally
>like to run 5-10 probes.

>As for locating these chips in Aust, I'm not doing too well yet, but I
>guess research is all I can do, and if I do get a sample and they work
>well, then start calling every electronics company to see if they will
>do retail! I have found one company that is apparently a representing
>for Dallas, but have yet to contact them.

Try Dontronics ... http://www.dontronics.com
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