Index The index to this thread is found in post number 903 Go to INDEX. [IMG_3826] How about sharing some tips you use? Here is one I use often when I need my third hand to give a constant pull. [2017-01-04_0-01-26.jpg] .

Inevitably, we tip open bottles of fluids when they are filled with the worst possible stuff, Acetone, Lacquer thinner, glues, DCM, etc. A magnet, and two cups can prevent a big mess. We need: A 1 inch ‘Rare-Earth’ ring magnet Two tapered plastic medicine cups (Note: glass will shatter) Since t…

One of the most useful bench tools I ve ever made : [IMG_20200222_133552.jpg] [a121959701e86c5020e7c59fe4b12f42_preview_featured.jpg] Also featured here : SUPERHOUSE CHANNEL You just need a 3d printer and some very cheap extra parts. [IMG_20200222_133552.jpg] [a121959701e86c5020e7c59fe4b12f4…

I do something similar with magnetic hold down clamps. Currently the clamps have nylon standoffs as the leaver pull offs. Someday these will be replaced with brass standoffs, then the logic probe wires can be connected to lugs at the brass tops. You could add heat shrink on the stainless steel pi…

When soldering, remember to use air filtration to remove flux fumes from the air. See Amazon and eBay for reasonably priced air filters. A noisy fan makes it much less likely that you will continue to use your air filter. I replaced the noisy 120VAC fan in the unit below for the much quieter 12VD…

W A R N I N G You can kill yourself if you connect a grounding strap to AC power mains conductors. The discussion in this thread and the next is for information only. It is not suggested you follow the information presented because serious injury or death may result. Electronic components can b…

Hi, At work I check the specs on the Wrist and Leg anti-static leads testers, that some industries have to check their equipment. The standard is typically; Wrist between 1M and 10M. Foot between 1M and 35M. Lower than 1M is a fail. Tom... :slight_smile: Tom... :slight_smile:

A favorite tool on my work bench is a dial indicator ‘Articulating Arm’ ~$20.00 USD. The arms are like a photo enthusiast’s ‘Magic Arm’. These articulating arms can be locked to an infinite number of positions. Attaching other tools to the end of the arm makes those tools more effective. The arm…

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@larryd , don't you do ANY work on your workbench? ITS TOO CLEAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Get out there and make something.. :slight_smile: :slight_smile: :slight_smile: :slight_smile: :slight_smile:

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LarryD March 2, 2020, 3:56am 740

Underside of stainless steel work surface.
The stainless steel work surface is covered with teflon material.

Clear heat shrink encapsulates the 2.2 mega ohm resistor.

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