hello all,
I like the feeling of reviving something back into a useful state.
I like efficiency, saving some landfill.. helping someone out.
I've tinkered with many things.
The dumpster dive videos have got me all enthusiastic to attempt this on some electronics.
(Sounds like famous last words, but I have already been tinkering at some level for years and I'm still here)
Basic fault repair only.. nothing too serious, but more than 'oh it's not a cap, I give up'.
btw my current level is 'oh it's not a fuse, I give up.
I'd like some advice on setting up a 'lab' strictly for this purpose.
I watched the $300 lab video but I assume that a lot of the equipment mentioned is surplus to this task?
Please offer suggestions!
I can google for the brand/price range that will suit me.
But if you offer ideas on cheap/bang-for-buck equipment ideas, that would help.
Currently I have:
-Multimeter (mastech ms8229, probes and clips)
-Sidecutters
-Cable crimping/stripping tool thing
-Screwdrivers (all types)
-Tweezers
-Electronics cleaner spray
-DC buck convertor
-Cable ties
-Electrical Tape
I assume I need:
-Soldering Station (considering YiHUA +different heads +.3/.5 solder +flux pens +sponge)
-ESR Meter
-Magnification headwear.
-A good worklight.
-Your suggestions
I have jaycar (underwood) nearby for quick access.
Otherwise aliexpress/ebay etc.
Or suggest retailers in south brisbane.
This is my first post.. so I need to say thanks to Dave and his supporters/contributors/administrators of the youtube channel and this forum.
Stitch