I see these headsets and the pictures look interesting. I was wondering if anyone could comment on their experience, or show me something else that might work better. I am starting into micro SMD soldering (lots of regular size dip soldering). Right now I use a 4" lens on an articulated arm, which is good - but I always on lookout for something better.
They certainly work, but the batteries don't last long, and they are designed for very close-up work
so only the weakest set of lenses is usable (but still focusses too close for soldering safely!). For close
visual inspection of SMT components (and hand pick&place) they are quite a good match, but for general
assembly of electronics they aren't the best option.
MarkT:
They certainly work, but the batteries don't last long, and they are designed for very close-up work
so only the weakest set of lenses is usable (but still focusses too close for soldering safely!). For close
visual inspection of SMT components (and hand pick&place) they are quite a good match, but for general
assembly of electronics they aren't the best option.
So I would need to have my work within 6 inches from my face, or shorter.
You will find those are cheap quality.
A proper pair of loupes might work but they can be heavy on your nose.
I am using a plain headband with ONE wide lens for both eyes. (no "tunnel vision").
It has a second stronger lens inside that can flip down if needed.
Lights (with heavy battery holders) are useless. I eventually removed all of that.
Leo..
Yep second the light part. Just get good work lighting. IKEA has some decent point lighting on a flexible goose neck.
Wawa:
I am using a plain headband with ONE wide lens for both eyes. (no "tunnel vision").
It has a second stronger lens inside that can flip down if needed.
Lights (with heavy battery holders) are useless. I eventually removed all of that.
Leo..
Actually, these are great.
I have 4 scattered around the house. About $8 each.
DocStein99:
So I would need to have my work within 6 inches from my face, or shorter.
Yes, and a hot iron doesn't care that you didn't mean to roast your lip
I found those somewhat awkward, and generally stick to the visor setup. I generally just use the single lens and flip down the monocular when needed.
I also use the stereo microscope from time to time.
wolframore:
Yep second the light part. Just get good work lighting. IKEA has some decent point lighting on a flexible goose neck.
Like this one?
I have 2 of the exact ones. They’re awesome
DocStein99:
So I would need to have my work within 6 inches from my face, or shorter.
1 inch from the weakest lens...
larryd:
You will find those are cheap quality.A proper pair of loupes might work but they can be heavy on your nose.
The cheap ones are perfectly adequate to see through, spherical/chromatic aberation is not something you
care about using a magnifier to do stuff (taking photos, yes)
The cheap ones are light, and thus comfortable. But as I say only useful for very close work - if you
actually need reading glasses, get reading glasses!
I miss my micro min soldering kit from the Marine Corps. It was two huge floating green cases with all the tools necessary and included a giant magnifying lamp. What I would give to have that again.