DEC-01: Lab Equipment Investment Strategy
Document ID: DEC-01 | Version: 1.0 | Category: Procurement
1. Objective
To define a rational purchasing framework for laboratory equipment that maximizes "Capability Breadth" over "Instrument Precision."
2. Value vs. Precision
Hobbyist
High risk, poor current limiting, inaccurate.
Mid-Range
Reliable CC/CV, stability, a few hundred AUD. The "Sweet Spot".
Precision
Over-specified for 95% of embedded development.
3. Staged Growth Roadmap
| Phase | Focus | Key Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Core Power & Measurement | Bench PSU, Hub, Multimeter |
| 2 | Signal Analysis | Oscilloscope, Logic Analyser |
| 3 | Advanced Prototyping | Soldering Station, PLC Gear |