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The Tiny Components That Can Quietly Wreck Your Circuit Design

The Tiny Components That Can Quietly Wreck Your Circuit Design

Passive components like resistors, capacitors, and inductors might seem simple—but they can quietly ruin your circuit if you’re not careful. In this short video, we break down how overlooked parasitics, wrong dielectric choices, and poor ratings lead to signal issues, thermal drift, and design failures. Learn how to avoid the common traps and make your low-cost parts work smarter—not sabotage your board.

Topics covered:

  • How capacitor dielectrics affect performance
  • Inductor ratings and hidden datasheet limits
  • Why resistor size, temp coefficient, and layout matter
  • Parasitic effects in real PCB design

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