4 Must-Have Tools For Beginners DIY Electronics Repair

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  • @GM-vk8jw
    @GM-vk8jw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Back in the 70’s when I was a young teenager I had a bit of wood with 2 lengths of wire top an bottom (a bread board) and a ‘lucky bag’ bag of bits. I got a small pocket analog multimeter for my 14th birthday and away I went. I tried making a soldering iron and blew the mains fuse for the ‘ringmain’.
    Nearly 45yrs later I’m still learning about electronics.
    My hobby became my job and today I learned something from Sorin.
    This is the place for honesty.

  • @ethioptechzone2738
    @ethioptechzone2738 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are really a great teacher because of you from an electronics hobbyist am going to transform to an electronics technician.

  • @iat35
    @iat35 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dl. Sorin, mi-am facut si eu laboratorul meu acasa asta datorita bunavointei dumneavoastra de a imparti cu noi cunostintele pe care le detineti, tin sa va multumesc pe aceasta cale si va marturiesc ca ma uit cu mare interes la fiecare clip pe care il postati.
    Felicitari !

  • @Kreska0
    @Kreska0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Power Supply: Korad KA3005D
    Soldering Station: KSGER OLED T12
    Hot Air: BEST BST-863
    Flux: Kalafonia
    Microscope: Whatever you can afford.
    Multimeter: UT801 he is using is really outdated look for Uni-T UT8802E Or UT8803E

  • @surfhark3230
    @surfhark3230 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like this man's videos already before they start.

  • @NeuronalAxon
    @NeuronalAxon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Great video. I love listening to Soren's laconic Eastern European monologues about things - I especially love the way he phrases things.
    'Is good. Is cheap. Don't get expensive. You will be disappointed.'

  • @neiltansey3041
    @neiltansey3041 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great video Sorin. Just a word on ordering from China. If the item ordered is valued above £10 approx, customes and excise will ask for 20% VAT which is okay BUT, the Royal Mail will add another £8.00 set admin charge. So, if the soldering iron costs £19.00 from Ali Express, expect to pay an additional £11.80 !

  • @pepitocoronejo8495
    @pepitocoronejo8495 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never thought about the tips when buying soldering iron/station for forever! But it is an eye-opener when looking back at all the lost time and tools.

  • @paul-c7541
    @paul-c7541 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am an experienced TV engineer , I totally agree with you no need for expensive tools, so what I have done is, packed my over priced Pace solder station. the NEW solder station in the workshop is a Z99 adjustable solder station I think to 460 oc, the cost £11:85 p no special treatment normal workshop use I want to see how long it lasts, I've also bought a cheap hot air station, as of course the Pace is off line, I'm fascinated to see how they will perform, because I've often wondered if I paid for the name not the device.

  • @juanchizabaleta2405
    @juanchizabaleta2405 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent teacher tips, I remember that at 17 years old, he built his hot air plant, blowing it through the porcelain cannon. Greetings from South America

  • @francisjah7480
    @francisjah7480 5 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I love beginner videos... Thank you very much sir

    • @argenisacosta8296
      @argenisacosta8296 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey ,if anyone else wants to learn about
      electronics repair tools
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (just google it ) ? Ive heard some great things about it and my brother in law got great results with it.

    • @AntonioGonzalez-cu5lt
      @AntonioGonzalez-cu5lt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      interesting points ,if anyone else is searching for
      learn electronics repair
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my work buddy got excellent results with it.

    • @thejunior9303
      @thejunior9303 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not sure but ,if anyone else trying to find out
      electronic repair courses
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (just google it ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my friend got amazing success with it.

    • @germanhernandez4130
      @germanhernandez4130 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else is searching for
      computer laptop repair
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (just google it ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my mate got amazing results with it.

    • @Valentina_-lw9ui
      @Valentina_-lw9ui 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      interesting points ,if anyone else needs to find out about
      local electronic repair
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some great things about it and my partner got amazing success with it.

  • @shindvs1150
    @shindvs1150 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me now 60 I am electronics engineer from India But most time work different field like electric, electronics cement, oil & gas industry. Thanks for your video i have seen your more than 10 video

  • @kimkong9622
    @kimkong9622 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video!
    I love beginner videos...
    Thank you so much for teaching us . .

  • @MrJamesogunbiyi
    @MrJamesogunbiyi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you noticed? Sorin is good with both hands. He is ambidextrous! Great man!!

  • @MindYourBusiness1970
    @MindYourBusiness1970 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Nice point of view , cheap electronic tools and expensive screwdrivers (Totally agree)

    • @anamariamandazzi4520
      @anamariamandazzi4520 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey ,if anyone else wants to learn about
      electronics repairer
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my friend got excellent success with it.

  • @AaronStarkLinux
    @AaronStarkLinux 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    My tools: 5€ glue gun, 8€ soldering iron, 10€ multimeter, 3.50€ magnifying glass, 8€ screwdriver kit, 1€ toothbrush, 0€ my old identity card to open laptops or any device, 3€ tweezers kit. Now I have to buy the heater gun station for 20€ approx.

    • @M.E63
      @M.E63 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Aarón Stark cheap tools won’t last and are not very useful for beginners, and to get away with using cheap tools then you need to be a expert, a good soldering iron is a must for novice and you’ll get away with using cheap multimeter but the rest of stuff must be decent

    • @AaronStarkLinux
      @AaronStarkLinux 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@M.E63 I have no intention to buy expensive tools for the moment, because this is only a hobby for the moment. I work with software, not hardware.

  • @albertpesisano4753
    @albertpesisano4753 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    bcoz of this channel i am starting to practicing electronics

  • @kidsstudynow6901
    @kidsstudynow6901 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello my friend....you are one of the best teachers online.....I don't have the words to explain how much I appreciate you and the knowledge you share....I can feed my family making repairs for people......I was thinking of starting a business of building and repairing computers and laptops.....do you think it will be a lucrative business in the US?

  • @bblod4896
    @bblod4896 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like how you use the power supply to find the shorts. Thanks for the tool review.

  • @brothermorena4898
    @brothermorena4898 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    congratulation SORIn you are the first person to actually get to Page 4 of the search result.

  • @jazikas
    @jazikas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Im from lithuania to :) im watching all your wideos. Never had better teacher. Great videos man keep it up!

  • @XTSM1
    @XTSM1 ปีที่แล้ว

    yihua 928d-iii is great and portable. Auto Sleep and constant temp also

  • @Problems-qp2ud
    @Problems-qp2ud 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I just finished downloading all your videos for like 3-4 days 1 by 1.. Those collection more useful than Imperial Library of Constantinopel.. Jk, I mean its really useful for slow learner like me. Idk I would like to treat you something if you ever come to Malaysia for all the things you done. Thanks a lot!
    Btw I ordered ZT 102 multimeter from China its around $8
    Also looking for LW-K3010D power supply thats around $40 soon

    • @wandaramos7861
      @wandaramos7861 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      interesting points ,if anyone else is searching for
      electronic repair kit
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my work buddy got great success with it.

    • @azersamaali2016
      @azersamaali2016 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      interesting points ,if anyone else wants to learn about
      toshiba laptop repair
      try Saankramer Electronic Magazine System (just google it ) ? Ive heard some great things about it and my cousin got amazing results with it.

    • @j.jwhitty5861
      @j.jwhitty5861 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@azersamaali2016 Toshiba have stopped making laptops, all the old ones are easy to fix ;)

  • @moskito2010
    @moskito2010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I hope every day that you make a video. Thank you for your content.

  • @tington874
    @tington874 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello, thanks again for this video, myself i am using a Mustool G600 microscope , only 35€ , that is not binocular, but HD with a good screen and SD card for recording, good enough to check phone connectors and bad joints or anything, no need a medical laboratory microscope in my case. Good evening and sunday All

  • @tonystr9
    @tonystr9 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have a cheap hot air and its perfect 4 years now and a cheap iron i buyed last year a weller for me while i love weller and i sended it in 4 times 2 times the powerpack exploded and 2 times it;s brocken at the top so you are very right have a nice day

  • @frankmormando3917
    @frankmormando3917 ปีที่แล้ว

    So informative and complete. Always getting juicy bits of information thar are so helpful,...Thank you

  • @noway4040
    @noway4040 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wish i had seen your video earlier. I recently bought a cheap soldering station and it came with just two tips. And now that i try to buy more i can't find ANY that would fit. No cheap ones, no expensive ones... none. :-D On to the next one i guess. :-D My only consolation is that it cost me just 20 Bulgarian leva a.k.a. £9.

  • @bolon8200
    @bolon8200 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you, Sorin the only expensive thing I purchased was my microscope 380 USD from Amscope with a 0.5 Barlow lens.

  • @liberalul
    @liberalul 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorin, make a video about basic usage of an Oscilloscope, what is important and where is absolutely necessary to use an oscilloscope.

  • @meranjana
    @meranjana 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you Sorin sir..
    I'm from Sri lanka

  • @sadikmisirci2873
    @sadikmisirci2873 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your lesson is the best lesson.

  • @madalinbetea9871
    @madalinbetea9871 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use a DT830B multimetter and Gordak 952,i am very happy.

  • @oscargrouch8256
    @oscargrouch8256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In one of your videos you used a very thin cordless screw driver. It looked like it was awesome. would love to know the brand. Also thank you. love your videos. I Love the no nonsense , no BS approach with your videos.

  • @danbeuscher9679
    @danbeuscher9679 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Microscopes: make sure to get a good boom arm that can swing across the whole board. My first had a short arm and I found my self trying to balance it on half on the boards just to be able to see a section.

  • @Martin-ot7xj
    @Martin-ot7xj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi sorin, thankyou for your useful tutorial video. Thnx

  • @linuxunil2258
    @linuxunil2258 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good tips for newcomers always straight to the point, i like your accent.. greetings from Brazil.

  • @chimdesaasebe4511
    @chimdesaasebe4511 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    really you are best man. I have watched your video more and i got more knowledge specially on chipsets.

  • @Qban220
    @Qban220 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Real AMTECH is manufactured and distributed only in USA. I have one from Rossmann group and it's very good.

  • @irishguy200007
    @irishguy200007 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The TS100 and Sequre-001 are sick soldering irons, definately on my to get list.

  • @jasonledrew7677
    @jasonledrew7677 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you sir. You are an awesome person

  • @muhammedsons2675
    @muhammedsons2675 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr.Sorin a 100% I agree with you not to buy an expensive tool

  • @Ed31003
    @Ed31003 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    have a nice weekend Sorin

  • @sergiubadaluta797
    @sergiubadaluta797 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are right, for beginers is ok, but my opinion is this:
    1. Fluke multimeters will never die even is wrong conected. A China brand will die when you will conect the A or mA in paralel or any other harmfull connection.
    2. A cheep soldering ironer have a long warming time at start and not so real measurement of temperature. An old school Weller is the best, will never die.
    3. If you need a powerfull soldering ironer (150W), don't use rubish, use weller or other good brand. Is expensive but you will see the diference.
    4. I started with the same tools like you, good advice, now i'm using weller, fluke, wera, is a good mix for me.

  • @marcofreire
    @marcofreire 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The searching for tips and the soldering iron after, is actually a really good tip. I learned it the bad way. Bought my 1st soldering station, a cheap one, and I couldn't find no tips nowhere. I then searched for tips and found out that the Hakko brand is really good and there is a lot on Chinese knockoffs just as good as the original ones. All kinds of tips and soldering irons at really good prices. I have a 2 in 1 YIHUA 862D soldering station and a cheap hakko tips compatible soldering iron for easy transport.
    Bought two ANENG AN8009 from Ebay. Very good price/quality and comes with a bag with lots of accessories and different tips.
    I use KINGBO RMA-218 gel flux, very good price/quality.

    • @j.jwhitty5861
      @j.jwhitty5861 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for putting in this comment I was just about to buy a Bakon BK701D soldering station (USD 135 incl. shipping) and realised you need a specific tip only from Bakon. So now instead I'm going to buy the same as you YIHUA 862D (120 USD incl .shipping) so you save me a potential headache and 15 USD :)

  • @Martin-ot7xj
    @Martin-ot7xj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Sorin, please make a tutorial video about power supply on laptop Mainboard and power rail, please explain more about them. I mean how we can recognise which one is power supply and which one is power rail. Thnxxxxxx

  • @marcobohorquez4711
    @marcobohorquez4711 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    See you monday Sr.have good weekend!!!

  • @fluffymandaragat3958
    @fluffymandaragat3958 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this video. Will you please show us how exactly we can short the current sensing resistor in linear power supplies so that we can always have power?

  • @bophatintin
    @bophatintin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I went through your video s and they are both informative and entertaining.
    Peter

  • @0dium.
    @0dium. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    that solder iron is a Weller clone , it uses mainly N1 tips, but some exotic models use LT or ET tips.

  • @sohailahmed6095
    @sohailahmed6095 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi I bought same soldering machine n thank you so much

  • @xevil21
    @xevil21 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent job.

  • @timidijamesodubo
    @timidijamesodubo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great.... This is coming just at a point when I’m thinking setting up my work space.. thanks

  • @magainfotech1059
    @magainfotech1059 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, very helping video thanks...I would like to know , What is proportion of IPA and rosin to make liquid flux ? Pls

  • @countmorbid3187
    @countmorbid3187 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    One thing i use is a reference voltage circuit (very cheap) to calibrate my cheap voltage meters and write the date on the back.
    Often cheap meters don't have a way to calibrate, but it's easy to find how to add a variable resistor yourself.

  • @kindoblue
    @kindoblue 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Maestro, thanks for the tips 👍

  • @traditionaltools5080
    @traditionaltools5080 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    More great advice. My question is do cheap soldering irons get hot enough? I've seen many guys say they're junk, they break, don't heat up. Are they just being snobs?

  • @peteunwin9663
    @peteunwin9663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoyed your video and thanks for your honesty on buying tools.

  • @okaymark7277
    @okaymark7277 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very well explained...

  • @kinbradley6288
    @kinbradley6288 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks Mr.

  • @giorgostexnikos6976
    @giorgostexnikos6976 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    have a nice weekend profesor

  • @Kris0725PL
    @Kris0725PL 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Everything tool must be a good quality:) i have hot air,solderstation,stereoscope microscope for amateur(aomekie),bad multimeter....and i feel sometimes very bad in working :)

  • @clubdeslapins
    @clubdeslapins 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    nice video as usual, and what about the tin soldering wire ? what do you use ? i bought one from aliexpress , it was really bad.

  • @Jezza3110
    @Jezza3110 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the inspiration and motivation 🙂 With the excellent videos you have uploaded I’ve repaired 8 Samsung phones varying from a Note 3 faulty note screen to a total restoration of Samsung S6. Over the weeks I’ve been buy tools needed for each repair including Kalafonia flux. Next on my shopping list is a hot air station and micro-soldering tools. I had some difficulty sourcing quality suppliers and with just starting the business, working capitol is limited and I buy as and when needed. I ordered a screen for the note 3 which turned out to be faulty. They sent out a replacement one the next day. Can you give me an indication of what screens you keep in and do you send your old screens with working touch to a refurbishing company ? Any way thanks for the inspiration Sorin and keep up the excellent work. 🙂

  • @عمارالراجح
    @عمارالراجح 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    شكرا كثيرا على الفيديوهات الجميلة منك

  • @laboratorioassembler
    @laboratorioassembler 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The most difficult thing to find is a good soldering wire... I have to buy 5/6 different types every time... because it changes properties every time.... very mad about that...

    • @paulbeckett1256
      @paulbeckett1256 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Koster "44" Rosin Core Solder core 66, No. 24-6337-0007 Very good solder!!

  • @rooneye
    @rooneye 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    3:05 I have that exact multi-meter lol the £12.99 one. It's really good.

  • @videos40058
    @videos40058 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Sory thank you for shariing so much valuble information. Your doing a great job and because of that life hope is good to you :P I did not see the video but i would like to test my ideas before watch the video. So i assume the 4 must have tools for beginners is training/education. How to use the rite screwdrivers. How not to pull things just because they don't come out, how to use the shoulder gun by feeling the instrument and the board, and by the time you get to have all this in one go, anyone should be able to do basic repairs. But this kind of tools takes years to self develop and not to use them against you,:)) to make you lose more then your earnings are. It is a highly difficult start for pretty much everyone. But once you get the senses rite. You then have to learn a new complex world of electric component and the massive amount of information you must understand and be able to use. I wanted to say that it gets easier the more time you spend practising the job. But in reality ... is not true at all. it gets wireder and harder each iterration of electronic devices. To the point when The really smart ones can do a lot of money but the vast majority will fail. So yeah. Higly valuable to have a loaded brain. But what are the side effects of the long run? sudden death? and still looking young? Every year you must be adapting or dying. maby you don't get to suffer straight away but in 10 years you need to learn adapt and use what you learned , if you can in order to ensure success in the future. But we are getting old and we are getting worn out by stress and the many difficult moment technician experience at work.

  • @danielnight5717
    @danielnight5717 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Chinese brand multimeter is good to test low voltage but if you want test the high voltage better use Mastech Uni-t or Fluke

  • @andyturner1727
    @andyturner1727 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Sorin , Have a good weekend. :-)

  • @metalacos
    @metalacos 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorin 15:54 in video.... you should make a video of upgrade linear power supply with that switch. Explain us how to do it. Thanks in advance.

  • @abdosy2020
    @abdosy2020 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for those precious advices

  • @mark4asp
    @mark4asp 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watched the whole video because I wanted to know which USB current meter Sorin used, but he forgot to mention it. I'll get a cheap one!

  • @mashreqofficemachines
    @mashreqofficemachines 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Valuable informations. THanks.

  • @richardcranium5839
    @richardcranium5839 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    excellent advice

  • @robertsanchez5279
    @robertsanchez5279 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    do you have a video explaining the difference on lineal vs switching power supply?

  • @kriswillems5661
    @kriswillems5661 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Switching lab power supplies have short cut protection. The only disadvantage is that the cheaper ones might have some noise at the output. But they are light and much cheaper.

    • @morpheus9137
      @morpheus9137 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      He explains he doesnt want short protection.

  • @titaniumdiveknife
    @titaniumdiveknife 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very merciful sir.
    I can never thank you enough. Thank you nevertheless.

  • @sup2069
    @sup2069 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man thank you for the video! Making my move right now on the setup!

  • @MistaSierra
    @MistaSierra 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Exelent.. answers my question in great detail about the power supply.. thanks for the discord invite link too.. you are a saint Sorin😁👍

  • @alejandrofrane8366
    @alejandrofrane8366 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi sir..consider me as your new your student..very interested in electronics..and i learned slowly and surely by your live tutorial..may i know the very heplful server of yours?thank you..

  • @jerryanstey7058
    @jerryanstey7058 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That same kalafonia rosin to come to Canada will cost $18.00 cad.! What do you think ?

  • @CinematicTouchProductions
    @CinematicTouchProductions ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you think about the TXNLEI 898D 110v solder station for a beginner ? Please give me your thoughts

  • @AlbIT14
    @AlbIT14 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what is the website that share the problems online please

  • @bypassjerk8754
    @bypassjerk8754 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for this beginner video, i saw one you your video and did you mentioned the "brute force" correct me if i type the wrong word. Can you make a video regarding "brute force" including the tools and the process. Sorry i'm just a beginner. Thank you.

  • @shubomsharma6963
    @shubomsharma6963 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    dear sir god bless you and your family.

  • @mehmanqurbanov3042
    @mehmanqurbanov3042 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello . Can you say, what is the name of the soldering iron tips that you showed? I cant identify what kind tip is it

  • @ElektroTechNL
    @ElektroTechNL 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a multimeter and a solder and a Ali Express microscope usb. Only a power sub and hot air left

  • @zx8401ztv
    @zx8401ztv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For ordinary old through hole components i like Antex 17 and 25 watt irons.
    For the bit of electronics i do now, they will do :-)

    • @NeuronalAxon
      @NeuronalAxon 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      SMD everywhere these days tho....

    • @M.E63
      @M.E63 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      zx8401ztv I used to have antex but they are not powerful enough I think and now I got weller and ersa and thermaltronics which are great

    • @Umski
      @Umski 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree, for the average hobbyist doing the odd soldering repair - I still have an Antex XS25 I bought in 1991 - had one replacement element in that time, still going fine :D I have several multimeters of varying price and function - maximum £30, the most recent £10 Aldi one does everything I need :D I have a Weller station and hot-air station from a clear-out so they would have ended up in a skip. Be nice to have a microscope but even though I consider myself doing a lot on repairs (including SMD) I can't justify a) the cost and b) the space needed :o

    • @zx8401ztv
      @zx8401ztv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Umski
      Yep i have the 25 watt iXS25 as well, a good iron but the tips just get eaten away inside (typical for antex tips), no it's not the iron getting weaker it's vanishing copper lol.
      I have an old fluke bench meter, but those yellow mastec 830b meters i have loads of,.
      Dead handy to monitor many points on an amplifier that's on test.
      Crude little things but great for basic Go/No go tests.
      Aldi can be handy, but if you see something usefull then get it fast as you can, they don't sell the item again for years.
      I've had ratchet spanners/digital calipers and heatshrink tube from them, good enough quality and cheaper than halfords.
      Although anywhere is cheaper than halfords lol :-D

    • @Umski
      @Umski 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@zx8401ztv yes true with Aldi stuff (and Helfrauds :D) - I hedged my bets with the multimeter as they had loads - got it for £7.99 when there were still a load left after a few weeks. On the other hand they had a gas soldering iron on recently and hedged again but then they only had 2 left the week after so stumped up full price :/

  • @RixtronixLAB
    @RixtronixLAB ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice info, thank you for sharing it :)

  • @alien_man1669
    @alien_man1669 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a fluke 87 III and a fluke 87 V. The V has everything like duty cycle, Hertz , current clamp probes (that I need to get 80$-140$ dollars later) I would never have had these if my dad didn't get me then after his job retired them for no reason besides deemed "flaking out" and its never even been calibrated....I'm an overclocker and repair/modding enthusiast of all the things and I've never needed the resistance accuracy, special features or anything since I've had it. I'm glad I have it but I'd never pay 500 $ like they go for... I also using a clearence 20-30$ soldering station and just changed the tip after 4-5 years. Only thing I need now is more rosin flux. I've been using some liquid flux...I think I'll go watch your video on how to make flux.
    Edit. I also have a few hot air guns but theyre the big hair dryer size. They've saved many computers, graphics cards, cell phones laptops , xboxs etc. From water damage alone also thank you for teaching me things like heating up the board on a space heater. You remind me of my dad actually only you can actually explain things well haha no to see if his power supply is linear and show him why I'll be shorting those resistors

  • @GoranMrkonja
    @GoranMrkonja 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. Have one question. Which screewdriwer you use for Y Iphone screews? This cheap which come with LCD is not reliable. Sorry for bad English

  • @AleksandarVasev1
    @AleksandarVasev1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you tell me what is the brand and the model of your power supply?

  • @jakeb.2990
    @jakeb.2990 ปีที่แล้ว

    the working distance on that microscope is 85mm, is that enough? seems a bit tight

  • @electronic7979
    @electronic7979 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Useful video 👍

  • @ranj4257
    @ranj4257 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great advice

  • @dilanoclarke9163
    @dilanoclarke9163 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those portable multimeters does mash up fast the cheap ones.

  • @blessedchannel1173
    @blessedchannel1173 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What can you advise me as a Young money who is beginning to run the Electronics based company?

  • @Trouble_Gav
    @Trouble_Gav 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does this apply for consoles too?

  • @balaycebu9261
    @balaycebu9261 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    My Tools
    Crimping
    Desoldering gun/Set
    Glue gun
    Ethernet tester/Rj 45
    Multi screw drivers
    Dry/heater blower
    Wire jumpers
    Multi testers/analog and digital
    Software installers
    External CD ROM
    USB flash
    Thermal Paste
    Brushers
    Cutters
    Notebook/pen
    Cellphone & Laptop

    • @balaycebu9261
      @balaycebu9261 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @glyn hodges i said Crimping not crimpers. My goodness. Bad reading..