From time to time I see small breakout boards or single function boards with one or two IC chips on them. The ICs often don't require any external components for their operation and yet there are a few other components on the PCB.
What are some typical or common components that are added to PCBs (circuits) to make them more robust or reliable? I know for example, decoupling (bypass) capacitors are placed near each IC, and diodes are used with solenoids to protect from inductive kick.
What do you like to add to your circuit designs (PCBs) and why? Reverse polarity? ESD? Over voltage? RF Noise?
What are some typical or common components that are added to PCBs (circuits) to make them more robust or reliable? I know for example, decoupling (bypass) capacitors are placed near each IC, and diodes are used with solenoids to protect from inductive kick.
What do you like to add to your circuit designs (PCBs) and why? Reverse polarity? ESD? Over voltage? RF Noise?