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...
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episode 394: EP#394: GPUs D.O.A, Reverse Polarity Problems, 3D Printer Pickles
Parker and Stephen discuss some MacroFab updates including news about their pod community and Slack, what’s wrong and right about high-end GPUs and the marvels of KrisFix and his YouTube repair channel, what’s up with consumer electronics and their lack of reverse polarity protection, and Parker muses about when it’s time to call it day for a 3D Printer.
More on these topics:
Community:
- New community hub! Shifting away from the Slack channel?
- Are you in or near Houston, Texas any time soon? Please come out to Beers for Engineers! More info below!
Dead on Arrival for high end GPUs - Nvidia
- RTX 4090 - The biggest problem with modern cards that the manufacturer refuses to repair
- KrisFix’s repair skills
- Popping the pad
- Too much Board Flex
- “RTX Technology Package” (air quotes)
- Decoding NVIDIA
- 5000 Series Rumours?
Why do so many consumer electronics not have reverse polarity protection?
- Looking through Windows
- Can’t turn it up to 11
- Motherboards of Invention
- Guitar Pedal Problems
- The hot leg
- The P Channel Set-up
- “Slap a diode on it”
- Italian Decisions
- Why Raspberry Pie “Won”
Personal Project Updates:
- Should Parker replace his 3D printer?
- When to pull the plug on such a hard-working machine
Good links:
- Beers for Engineers events!
- RTX 4090 - The biggest problem of modern cards that the manufacturer refuses to repair
- MEP EP#262: Flex PCB Primers
- MEP EP#313: Another Tool for Your Toolbox
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