[sdiy] Chip prices today and what about tomorrow?

[Ian Fritz]

At 09:46 AM 9/30/05, JH. wrote:

>There is one other advantage using printed circuits instead of
>Veroboard: It's easier to replace components on a (single
>sided) PCB. So ironically the Veroboard is better if there
>will be *no* experiments, and a PCB is more comfortable
>if you know the topology of the circuit, but want to optimise
>the component values a lot.

For the experimental parts of a circuit, I mount the components topside 
using Vector clip pins or posts.  This does slow down the construction a 
bit, but it makes experimenting very easy.

   Ian