The part is fabbed in HVCMOS, so yes, it will continue to function at some level down to where the CMOS transistor structures no longer switch -- probably well below 3 volts. But...
The problem with using a part like that outside its spec is that you simply can't predict what parameters won't be met. What if it affects set-up or hold times? What if it affects output drive or input impedance? There are simply so many things that can go wrong -- internal timing conditions that might not be met. As a hobbyist, you might be forgiving of a misbehavior if it doesn't manifest itself visibly on your clock display, or you find a work around for a timing problem -- but what if this were a life critical medical or industrial application, or a mission critical military app? As an engineer or designer, your butt would be on the line should you use a part outside its specs and someone gets hurt or dies, or your drone crashes... Speaking of drones, Obama is in town today, about 6 blocks from here, speaking at Honeywell. I bet I can't even go out for lunch today without running into his entourage. Gonna be another vending machine lunch I guess. Terry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To post to this group, send an email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/neonixie-l?hl=en-GB.
