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Re: EE question: convert RS232 voltages to RC servo

Would this work? No +5V supply required. R1 = 1200 ohms, R2 = 5600 ohms. I have these parts on hand.

My main question is, would the +/-12V on the base turn the transistor on and off without damaging it?


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