I use the fancy long toothpicks that are flat on one end. Great for applying flux and holding wires in place
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Bamboo skewers is where it’s at!
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A good set of tweezers is a must. I have a few sets, some are fine, and some are thicker. If I am doing more advanced mods a rotary tool is great. They can do many things, and the small heads work well with flashlights.
I have a buffing tool on one of my grinders, but it’s a bit too strong for most jobs.
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Threads like this are so beneficial for anyone who not only mod flashlights, but those who like to perform their own electronics repairs.
TOOLS that I find very beneficial in addition to those already mentioned…
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Kotto Helping Hands (Checkout Kotto’s Amazon store for a multitude of helpful tools for soldering & modding in general)
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Stainless Steel 5-prong Pickup Tool (I prefer the 5-prong over the more common 4-prong)
Of those TOOLS already mentioned, I also use…
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Kester 951 Liquid Soldering Flux (Not only for being a great flux, but for its needle applicator!
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Definitely Bamboo Skewers, Toothpicks, and Flat Coffee Stir Sticks
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Round Nose Pliers
Tools already recommended that I’m going consider adding to my bench…
- Mini Belt Sander
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Opening the box after purchase, at first glance, it appeared more toy than tool. But I’ve really enjoyed using it. Quick heat up, accurate temp control and easy to clean.
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I have to use a magnifying visor. I’ve just added a digital microscope DM9 Max. I haven’t used the microscope but I think it’s going to help me.
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Hi. Which one did you get? Doing a search shows lots of different versions. Different size displays and even some claiming 4K. Also different magnification ranges.
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