TI Samples (switching regulator)

[jakerock]

I was reading this ECF thread: http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/battery-mods/114901-evercool-variable-voltage-mod.html
And there is a link in the pdf datasheet for the regulator that leads to free samples.

http://www.ti.com/product/ptr08100w#samples


I filled out the request this AM and got a confirmation with a fedex tracking # 4 hours later.

These two switching regulators are on their way:
    UCC383-ADJ - Single Output LDO, 3.0A, Adj.(1.22 to 8.5V), Reverse Current Protection, Thermal Shutdown         
     UCC383TDKTTT-ADJG3

     UCC383-5 - Single Output LDO, 3.0A, Fixed(5.0V), Reverse Current Protection, Thermal Shutdown         
     UCC383TDKTTT-5G3

I am a complete noob at electronics, but am hopeful that these will be useful in a mod.

Hopefully this will be useful to others there!

[jakerock]

Just to update, they did ship me these.

[Breaktru]

Just to update, they did ship me these.

That's good news. Now 

[CraigHB]

You gotta love TI for that.  I've ordered samples of the same parts many times over the course of a couple years.  They keep sending them, haven't cut me off yet.  Others have.

[FlameOut]

From their website:

How often can I request samples from TI?

TI accepts a limited number of sample requests from each user. The maximum number of requests varies by user and depends upon what type of TI customer you are.
 
 You can enter additional requests. If you are over the limit, TI will hold your request for review. TI may accept or reject escalated requests. You will receive an email notice of the decision. Accepted requests are processed as normal. Rejected requests are not processed and you will receive a rejection confirmation email message.
 
 Regardless of your TI customer type, you will need to validate your email address with us by following the instructions in an email you receive after creating a myTI profile. If your sample request or access is denied, it may be that you have not validated your email address or TI has associated your account with some type of abusive behavior.