Use a P-channel MOSFET (like *IRLML6401* <http://www.irf.com/product-info/datasheets/data/irlml6401.pdf>)
On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 8:36:19 PM UTC+11, Kevin D'Souza wrote: > > I have an application that needs a XBee and another module to be turned on > and off digitally via a BealgeboneBlack. > > The Setup is 2 XBee's and an application board is connected to the > BealgeboneBlack's > UART and a GPIO for the power state . When the System is Powered ON I > need 1 Xbee and the BealgeboneBlack to come on and do its routines. After > the system gets a specific signal from the Xbee (wirelessly from a > baseStation) the board has to turn on the other XBee and application board. > And when the operation is over, the XBee and Board is to be powered back > down. > > I dont want to put them in sleep or low power state, just power both those > devices off. > > Was thinking of using a relay. But i cannot find a 3.3v 1A SMD Equivalent > system. I am looking for a SMD type of footprint to go on a very compact > board. > > What options do i have? > > The XBee needs around 1A Power and the Application board 500mA. > -- For more options, visit http://beagleboard.org/discuss --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "BeagleBoard" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
