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What electronics projects tools does VK2TIP recommend?

The absolute minimum of electronics tools to successfully undertake any electronic project you need needle nose pliers, diagonal cutters, a quality soldering iron and a digital multimeter. The pliers are used to bend resistor leads etc, the soldering iron for soldering components together and the diagonal cutters for removing excess component leads. To test your electronic project you need a digital multimeter to test for circuit continuity, measure circuit resistances and voltages.

Without those four basic electronics tools it is extremely hard to successfully complete any electronic project. In the long term it pays to buy the best quality tools you can afford.

Electronic project construction does not always need a prepared printed circuit board although that is often a very convenient approach if a ready made printed circuit board is available. For home electronic projects I suggest you consider the "ugly or dead bug" method of construction.

Low cost basic electronics projects tools to start with

Needle Nose Pliers

Stanley 84-092 5" Needle Nose Pliers - available for delivery within U.S.A. only.

Features:

Serrated 1-1/4" long jaws for use in tight places
Tempered jaws
Rust resistant finish
Bonded vinyl grips

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Digital Multitester

GB Electrical GDT-185A 6-Range Digital Multitester - available for delivery within U.S.A. only.

Features:
Tests AC/DC voltage, diodes, resistance, and continuity
Autoranging in AC voltage range only
Tests for continuity
Includes batteries, test leads, owners manual and carrying case
Fused overload protection

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Soldering Iron - 25 watt

Cooper Group SP23 25 Watt Solding Iron - available for delivery within U.S.A. only.

Features:
Fine quality consumer mini iron, 8 1/4" long
Featherweight iron with pencil handle, ideal for hobbies, kits, radios, and
electronics work
Includes 1/8" diameter replaceable nickel-plated copper tip
Stainless steel barrel and heat/impact resistant handle
Develops 750 degrees F

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