Tools
1. Digital Multi-Meter
(DMM) – a meter for measuring voltage, current, resistance, and
sometimes capacitance.
2. Alligator Clip Test Leads
– connect to your DMM for hands free measurements. These
are useful when setting the power tube bias and for safety when taking electrical
measurements.
3. Soldering Station
– soldering iron with a 1/8” screwdriver tip and a variable control
capable of producing 25-40Watts. This will allow you to do some precise soldering of circuit
components and wires (do not use a soldering gun for soldering of electronic circuits).
4. Solder
– 60/40 rosin core solder.
5. De-soldering Pump or Bulb
– this will assist you in removing solder for circuit
modifications and correcting connection errors.
6. Wire Strippers
7. Cutting Pliers
– These are great for cutting leads on resistors, capacitors, etc. before and
after soldering.
8. Needle Nose Pliers
– 6” long are good for bending component leads and holding
components leads while de-soldering.
9. Screwdrivers
– Phillips
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