my TXbase is getting hot

Submitted by nbown on Wed, 14/11/2012 - 14:20

I have noted that the MCP1702 3.3v Regulator and ENC28J60 IC are getting quite hot.

Any ideas?

Submitted by Robert Wall on Thu, 15/11/2012 - 00:34.

Which MCP1702, the one supplying the ENC28J60? (If not, you probably have 2 faults!).

Supply voltage correct?

In the area around the Ethernet chip:

Faulty Ethernet cable/load?
Wrong or faulty component, or wrong orientation?
Whisker of solder or badly etched pcb?

Submitted by stuart on Thu, 15/11/2012 - 10:34.

The ENC28J60 chip does get quite warm when in use/powered up - although you should still be able to touch it - how hot is it getting?

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