Editing Tools

=== Multimeter ===
* http://www.amazon.com/NEEWER%C2%AE-Digital-Multimeter-Voltmeter-Ammeter/dp/B00GSEY7NS/ (extreme cheap - Manual Range, hFE Transistor Test)
* http://www.amazon.com/Extech-EX430-Autoranging-Multimeter-Capacitance/dp/B0000WU1AC/ (cheap - TrueRMS, Autorange, Capacitance, Frequency, and Duty Cycle)
* http://www.amazon.com/Fluke-116-Multimeter-Temperature-Microamps/dp/B000NI69YA/ (professional - TrueRMS, Autorange, Capacitance, Frequency, HVAC, Min/Max/Average, backlight)

=== Soldering Irons/Stations ===
*Soldering Iron
**http://www.amazon.com/Weller-WM120-120v-Pencil-Soldering/dp/B0000WT586/ (good quality/brand)
**http://www.amazon.com/Coopertools-SP12-Mini-Lightweight-Solder/dp/B00002N7S9/ (low budget variant)
*Classic Station
**http://www.amazon.com/Weller-WES51-Analog-Soldering-Station/dp/B000BRC2XU (good quality/brand)
**http://www.amazon.com/Stahl-Tools-Variable-Temperature-Soldering/dp/B0029N70WM/ (lowest budget variant)
*Hot Air Station
**http://www.amazon.com/Soldering-Station-Iron-Rework-Solder/dp/B004IQLUFG
**http://www.amazon.com/REWORK-SOLDERING-IRON-STATION-852D/dp/B004ZB9D4O

==== WES-51 alternatives ====
Weller WS51 analoog  Best.-Nr.: 811808 - 62  conrad.de<br />
http://www.produktinfo.conrad.com/datenblaetter/800000-824999/811808-an-01-de-Loetstation_WS51.pdf<br />
German shops:
* http://www.ciao.de/Weller_Lotstation_WS_51__1068590
* http://www.funk-shop.de/07_loetstationen/07_ws51.htm

=== Stereo Microscopes ===
Things to look for:
* Good solid mounting
* More overhang to reach large boards
* Ring macrolight
* optional: T2 or otherwise adaptor for cameras
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File:Stereo Microscope example1.jpg|Stereo Microscope - example 1
File:Stereo Microscope example2.jpg|Stereo Microscope - example 2
File:Stereo Microscope example3.jpg|Stereo Microscope - example 3
File:Stereo Microscope example4.jpg|Stereo Microscope - example 4
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'''Tip:''' also available used

=== Torx / Security Bits ===
* http://microcenter.com/product/208022/33-Piece_Security_Bit_Set
* or if you don't have those, use a smaller flat screwdriver, or just remove the center pin.
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File:100 Piece Security Bit Set.jpg|100 Piece Security Bit Set
File:Sealey AK2099 Security Bit Set 99pc Long & Short.jpg|Sealey AK2099 Power Tool/security Bit Set 99pc Long & Short
File:TEKTON 2841 Everybit and Electronic Repair Screwdriver Bit Set 135-Piece .jpg|TEKTON 2841 Everybit and Electronic Repair Screwdriver Bit Set 135-Piece
File:Overview bit types.jpg|Overview bit types
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=== Tapes ===
*Polyamide heat resistant tape http://dx.com/en/s/high+temperature+tape

Used to isolate hardware parts that will be installed permanently internally (is the same tape used in pc laptops to isolate wifi/bt cards and ram modules). This tape resist up to 300º without deformation or burning, and is made of 100% non-conductive materials... the tape is cheap but be aware because there are lot of fakes, always reads the comments of other buyers or buy in a reputable shop



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