Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast

MEP EP#206: The Analog State of Amazon Brand NamesParker

PinoTaur

PCBA should be done tomorrow when this podcast comes out
PTH parts ordered from Mouser

Brewery Setup

Brewery Pots complete
Tube straightening
Need to weld the cart
Go to a tiered setup just to reduce footprint? Dunno yet.

Stephen

Dave Jones to the rescue

With spit...

New resistor kit

3350 1% 1/4W resistors
134 Different Values
Breadboard techniques

LT spice Simulation

Full Wave Rectifier
Three different opamp choices

LM741
TL072
OPA1678

Looking at the differences between the opamps and the diode choice

Comparators

Analog and Logic
Input offset and bias currents
Propagation Delay
Overdrive

Rapid Fire Opinion

AllSpice
SecondSound

Frequency to Voltage converter
ACO160

Show Notes

MEP EP#206: The Analog State of Amazon Brand Names

Parker

  • PinoTaur
    • PCBA should be done tomorrow when this podcast comes out
    • PTH parts ordered from Mouser
  • Brewery Setup
    • Brewery Pots complete
    • Tube straightening
    • Need to weld the cart
    • Go to a tiered setup just to reduce footprint? Dunno yet.

Stephen

  • Dave Jones to the rescue
    • With spit...
  • New resistor kit
    • 3350 1% 1/4W resistors
    • 134 Different Values
    • Breadboard techniques
  • LT spice Simulation
    • Full Wave Rectifier
    • Three different opamp choices
      • LM741
      • TL072
      • OPA1678
    • Looking at the differences between the opamps and the diode choice
  • Comparators
    • Analog and Logic
    • Input offset and bias currents
    • Propagation Delay
    • Overdrive

Rapid Fire Opinion

Creators & Guests

Host
Parker Dillmann
A Founder @MacroFab.Builds Electronics, Cars, & Jeeps.
Host
Stephen Kraig
EE
Producer
Chris Martin

What is Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast?

Dive into the electrifying world of electrical engineering with Circuit Break, a MacroFab podcast hosted by Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig. This dynamic duo, armed with practical experience and a palpable passion for tech, explores the latest innovations, industry news, and practical challenges in the field. From DIY project hurdles to deep dives with industry experts, Parker and Stephen's real-world insights provide an engaging learning experience that bridges theory and practice for engineers at any stage of their career.

Whether you're a student eager to grasp what the job market seeks, or an engineer keen to stay ahead in the fast-paced tech world, Circuit Break is your go-to. The hosts, alongside a vibrant community of engineers, makers, and leaders, dissect product evolutions, demystify the journey of tech from lab to market, and reverse engineer the processes behind groundbreaking advancements. Their candid discussions not only enlighten but also inspire listeners to explore the limitless possibilities within electrical engineering.

Presented by MacroFab, a leader in electronics manufacturing services, Circuit Break connects listeners directly to the forefront of PCB design, assembly, and innovation. MacroFab's platform exemplifies the seamless integration of design and manufacturing, catering to a broad audience from hobbyists to professionals.

About the hosts: Parker, an expert in Embedded System Design and DSP, and Stephen, an aficionado of audio electronics and brewing tech, bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the show. Their backgrounds in engineering and hands-on projects make each episode a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and practical advice.

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