in the datasheet for the 555s I use, it says 200mA - http://www.ortodoxism.ro/datasheets/stmicroelectronics/2182.pdf
It might be a bit less at 12v, i don't know I'm not an expert. The point is, you don't need a transistor to switch on a relay from a 555, which i think we're all in agreement.
It might be a bit less at 12v, i don't know I'm not an expert. The point is, you don't need a transistor to switch on a relay from a 555, which i think we're all in agreement.