The absolute minimum of electronics projects 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.

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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 84-096 Needle Nose Pliers - available for delivery within U.S.A. only.

Features:

Needle nose pliers with long, tempered jaws ideal for bending wires or working with small objects
Excellent for work in tight places
Forged, chrome-nickel steel construction with rust-resistant finish, hardened cutting edges, and slip-resistant jaws
Double-dipped handles provide comfortable use
Length: 5 inches; backed by lifetime limited warranty

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Digital Multimeter

Amazon stock a wide range of digital multimeters Click to see what suits your requirements.

Usual features are:
Tests AC/DC voltage, diodes, resistance, and continuity
Autoranging in AC voltage range only
Tests for continuity
Includes batteries, test leads, owners manual and some have a carrying case
Some are often Fused for overload protection

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Soldering Irons

Amazon also stock a wide range of Soldering Irons Click to see what suits your requirements.

Usual features are:
Various wattages available
Some are temperature controlled
Solder sucker - useful
Soldering Iron holder - essential in my view
Solder, other aids

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