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#28454 - RE: Using 5V controller and IC\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s at |
A linear regulator does not burn energy unless there is a load. The energy wasted is typically (Vin-Vout) * Iload.
However, a switcher MAY be very inefficient at low loads, so the advice is dependant on your load situation. |



