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[https://pine64.com/product/pinecil-smart-mini-portable-soldering-iron/ Pinecil v2] | [https://pine64.com/product/pinecil-smart-mini-portable-soldering-iron/ Pinecil v2] | ||
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[https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805866336313.html Silicone Insulation Mat] | [https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805866336313.html Silicone Insulation Mat] | ||
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Revision as of 21:14, 5 January 2025
Basic Tools
Screwdriver / Bits
Avoid buying there PH or Gamebits. You will also need an 4mm driver handle.
Durable handle for use with 4mm Bits.
Shims
Used to shim open devices
Tweezers
Soldering
Irons
Pinecil v2 Good semi-cheap iron
Tips
Flux / Pastes
Good flux for the price
Some name brand flux for general use, decent on corrosion
Trigger activated extruder for flux or paste
Mats
Nothing fancy, but it is decently thick
Desoldering
Decent wick if you need some in bulk
Avoid the smaller sizes like 1mm - 1.5mm, it falls apart.
It's a decent manual pump that works.
Wire
Trace Repair
Cheap Solder mask in multiple colors.
Rechargeable UV Light, Does not support C to C for some reason.
PCB Heater
MECHANIC IX5 Preheating Platform
Small but does the job, especially for the price.
Hot Air
Testing Equipment
Hantek 2D72 Handheld Oscilloscope
Decent handheld Oscilloscope and generator for the price.
Misc
Dont have glue on the device, and peels off very easily