Back on the project. Parts ordering.
Probably the most boring part of the project, but someone's got to do it. I have a method of compromise between price, quality, and stocked items from a distributor. I've gotten pretty good at getting what I believe to be the lowest price for parts (at this quantity level).
The hard part is trying to remember if I need any parts for other projects. Now's the time to buy, so I can save on shipping.
Another somewhat time consuming part is finding parts that fit dimensionally within the scope of my project. If you search for 22uF on Mouser's site, you see that there are literally thousands of 22uF capacitor types that can be purchased. So it's a game of switch back and forth between schematic, website, price guide, dimensions, and repeat.
It's really worth it to me in the end since I want to spend the least amount of money on parts (while getting a quality product). Doesn't everyone want this?
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