<a href="https://macrofab.com/blog/mep-ep335-your-toaster-is-toast/">MEP EP#335: Your Toaster is Toast</a> Project: Diff Probe
<ul>
	<li><a href="https://circuitcellar.com/research-design-hub/high-voltage-differential-probe/" rel="noopener">Circuit Cellar design</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://hackaday.io/project/169390-a-10x-100mhz-differential-probe" rel="noopener">Hack a Day project</a></li>
	<li>Active Differential probe with 600V Common mode and 600V differential mode</li>
	<li>Measure virtually any two points. No need for ground reference.</li>
	<li>Perhaps a battery system with a boost converter?</li>
	<li>Excuse to finally use that 3d printer to make a case</li>
	<li>Basically all precision components</li>
</ul>
UtracerV6 enclosure
<ul>
	<li>Decided to make an enclosure that better suits my use case</li>
	<li>Stripped down from last time. It does not need all the bells and whistles from last time.</li>
	<li>Fixed sockets</li>
	<li>FTDI and SMPS for 6.3V and 19.5V</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://epsnews.com/2022/06/20/eol-the-chip-shortage-you-dont-see-coming/" rel="noopener">EOL: The Chip Shortage You Don’t See Coming</a>
<ul>
	<li>Instant obsolescence</li>
	<li>No phase-out period 

<ul>
	<li>Foundries are booked three years out</li>
	<li>Suppliers are working on their most profitable lines and filling standing orders</li>
	<li>New fabs coming online won’t be buying old wafer equipment</li>
	<li>New foundries will be making new parts</li>
</ul>
</li>
	<li>Avoiding instant obsolescence

<ul>
	<li>What parts are more readily available and are continuity coming back into stock</li>
	<li>Look at the market segments using the components you need </li>
	<li>Put out orders for the components that you need regardless of lead times. </li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://engineering.mit.edu/engage/ask-an-engineer/" rel="noopener">Ask and Engineer on MIT website</a>

MEP EP#335: Your Toaster is Toast Project: Diff Probe Circuit Cellar design Hack a Day project Active Differential probe with 600V Common mode and 600V differential mode Measure virtually any two points. No need for ground reference. Perhaps a battery system with a boost converter? Excuse to finally use that 3d printer to make a case Basically all precision components UtracerV6 enclosure Decided to make an enclosure that better suits my use case Stripped down from last time. It does not need all the bells and whistles from last time. Fixed sockets FTDI and SMPS for 6.3V and 19.5V EOL: The Chip Shortage You Don’t See Coming Instant obsolescence No phase-out period Foundries are booked three years out Suppliers are working on their most profitable lines and filling standing orders New fabs coming online won’t be buying old wafer equipment New foundries will be making new parts Avoiding instant obsolescence What parts are more readily available and are continuity coming back into stock Look at the market segments using the components you need Put out orders for the components that you need regardless of lead times. Ask and Engineer on MIT website

<a href="https://macrofab.com/blog/mep-ep335-your-toaster-is-toast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">MEP EP#335: Your Toaster is Toast</a> Project: Diff Probe
<ul>
	<li><a href="https://circuitcellar.com/research-design-hub/high-voltage-differential-probe/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Circuit Cellar design</a></li>
	<li><a href="https://hackaday.io/project/169390-a-10x-100mhz-differential-probe" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hack a Day project</a></li>
	<li>Active Differential probe with 600V Common mode and 600V differential mode</li>
	<li>Measure virtually any two points. No need for ground reference.</li>
	<li>Perhaps a battery system with a boost converter?</li>
	<li>Excuse to finally use that 3d printer to make a case</li>
	<li>Basically all precision components</li>
</ul>
UtracerV6 enclosure
<ul>
	<li>Decided to make an enclosure that better suits my use case</li>
	<li>Stripped down from last time. It does not need all the bells and whistles from last time.</li>
	<li>Fixed sockets</li>
	<li>FTDI and SMPS for 6.3V and 19.5V</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://epsnews.com/2022/06/20/eol-the-chip-shortage-you-dont-see-coming/" rel="noopener noreferrer">EOL: The Chip Shortage You Don’t See Coming</a>
<ul>
	<li>Instant obsolescence</li>
	<li>No phase-out period 

<ul>
	<li>Foundries are booked three years out</li>
	<li>Suppliers are working on their most profitable lines and filling standing orders</li>
	<li>New fabs coming online won’t be buying old wafer equipment</li>
	<li>New foundries will be making new parts</li>
</ul>
</li>
	<li>Avoiding instant obsolescence

<ul>
	<li>What parts are more readily available and are continuity coming back into stock</li>
	<li>Look at the market segments using the components you need </li>
	<li>Put out orders for the components that you need regardless of lead times. </li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://engineering.mit.edu/engage/ask-an-engineer/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ask and Engineer on MIT website</a>

MEP EP#335: Your Toaster is Toast

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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. Join the conversation and community at our online engineering forum, where we delve deeper into each episode's content, gather your feedback, and explore the topics you're curious about. Subscribe to Circuit Break on your favorite podcast platform and become part of our journey through the fascinating world of electrical engineering.

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