In a message dated 9/15/2007 9:51:23 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: _http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=451_ (http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/searchdetail.asp?productID=451)
That's a nice looking package at a reasonable price. With a satisfaction guarantee I'd try it. In my opinion: Plusses: low cost, self contained, can also serve as ESD safe container between worksessions or transporting assembies. Minuses: It'll be a little awkward working around the hem lines and handles - I'd hate to see the board and parts take flight if I snagged the handle while turning around or standing or bending down to pick up a dropped item. A wrist strap nice addition and I couldn't tell if it had extra 'snap' for wrist strap. W ould also be nice to know how well it handles accidental contact with host soldering iron tip or solder splashes. ( You have safety glasses, I presume? ) You want to protect your eyes as much as your radio. Comment: I have used a variety of pads from many places and the most often used are from 3M. They are often a blue color or a tan color, are about 1/4 inch thick with a foam like soft backing and a solid but flexible plastic facing. They will melt some with contact of solder iron tip, but not a lot if you can avoid long contact. Electronix Express looks like they have the same item for $14.95 didn't see the handles but the graphic is almost identical. Check out also PC Connection, CDW, Fordham Tools, Tucker Tools. Lots of others - - - Al, WA6VNN ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
