06/06/2026
What’s the most expensive component mistake you’ve made?
We’ve all been there.
You skip the thermal analysis. You miss the second source. You assume the distributor’s lead time is accurate.
Mine?
Specified a high-precision op-amp for a cost-sensitive design. Worked perfectly in the prototype. Got to production — and the part went on 30-week allocation. Entire production line stopped for 6 weeks.
Cost of the redesign: ~$12,000.
Cost of the wrong op-amp choice: priceless. 😅
What’s yours?
Wrong part specified? Missed the end-of-life notice? Forgot the “not for new design” note?
👇 Share your story — let’s help each other avoid the next expensive mistake.
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