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Before buying a breakout board, component, etc
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Supported protocols
Supported firmware
Future use of the single component from the breakout board
Type of packages available
Example projects
Mechanical dimensions
Pitch size
Number of pins
Manufacturer part number
Link to datasheets
Supported firmware tools on macOSX
MCU
GPIO
Pin protocols
Power modes E.g. active, standby, deep sleep
Power consumption
Manufacturer
Manufacturer part number
Memory and RAM
Resolution
Package type
Link to datasheet
Example projects
Mechanical dimensions
Modules / breakout boards
Firmware
Pinouts
Main components
Main component parts can be traced individually for future use
Open schematic
Online site
Ensure minimum quantity matches
Ensure part is not "No Longer Manufactured"
Ensure part is not "No Longer Stocked"
Ensure the part is available
Ensure RoHS Compliant
Ensure package type E.g. SMD
Ensure package size is selected E.g.
0805
Ensure number of pins are correct
Ensure manufacturer part is correct