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There is only one reason for sticking with 4051s (and BATs) - DIP case versions of 74HC4851 ICs are not readily available in Europe and we have to pay a premium for delivery from USA to Europe, e.g. from Mouser it is around £15. Though SMD versions of 74HC4851 are available in Europe from Farnell with free delivery (with orders over £20): http://uk.farnell.com/9591532/semicondu ... tid=378592
it's ok to use 74HC4851 ICs instead BAT4051?