What's wrong with my LM-2907

I've set my circuit up exactly as shown in the data sheet that describes the LM2907/2914 and my voltage out changes very slightly on a big change of RPM. For example: a change of 1,000 rpm only gives me a difference of .14 volts. Any ideas on why my span is so short?

Thanks

mustang98 said:

I've set my circuit up exactly as shown in the data sheet that describes the LM2907/2914 and my voltage out changes very slightly on a big change of RPM. For example: a change of 1,000 rpm only gives me a difference of .14 volts. Any ideas on why my span is so short?

Thanks

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Mustang, please post the specific schematic you used. Also, how many cylinders does your car run, and where did you tap your TACH output from?

I had this problem a while back where there would be hardly any voltage change. I'm guessing you're running this through a comparator to switch on an external load? What exactly do you want the source voltage to run, a LM3914? bargraph driver?

Which Circuit? There are Quite a Few.

For a Car Motor?

Using a Reluctance Pickup?

Are you Sure you have an Appropriate Signal?