Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools?
Hi The 7 on the tip means 700 degrees F This is the correct tip temperature for building your kit. I would recommend the PTA7 tip for most work. You may want to get a PTC7 for times when a large tip is needed. I do not recommend the long reach tips because the tip is just too far away from the heater and cools off when making joints before the regulator can react to the heat load. Solder 63/37 Kester 44 or 285 .025 cutters Xcelite 170M or Hakko CHP170 NN pliers Xcelite 378M small magnifying glass #1 Phillips screwdriver with magnetic tip small jewelers screw driver or trimpot adjusting tool lead bending tool Mouser 5166-801 You can get all of it from Mouser. Quick service and no minimum order Don Brown KD5NDB - Original Message - From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Discussion List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 9:19 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hey folks, I have some tools but will need more for the K2. I have a Weller WTCPT (or whatever it is) soldering station with two tips. Both have a 7 on the bottom (700 degree?). One is the original and one is a very thin pointy tip. I have a static mat, a clear bench and a workable light. I'm thinking I need the following and wonder if there is a preferred place to get them at a fair price? - Solder - Small side cutters - Small needle nose pliers - Other tips for the weller - Helping hands parts holder - Solder braid (for desoldering) I have access to a vacuum desolder station so if things get bad I can go that route. Where should I get these things? What else do I need? - Keith KD1E - Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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
Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools?
Hi Keith, It is exciting getting ready to do some kit building, isn't it? Most of the things you mentioned are things I have bought for both work and home from a company called Techni-Tool. See: https://webvia.techni-tool.com/VIA/index.jsp There are tools used for bending leads which may come in handy. One of them is like a ruler with notches in it to lay the component on it and bend the leads. This would be handy for making sure you don't exceed minimum bend radius and spacing from component body to the start of the bend, however it is not necessary (but is useful and helps make things slightly more foolproof). They also make needle nosed pliers that have round nose pieces (cone shaped) which are handy for bending leads rather than using standard needle nosed pliers. Sometimes I find tweezers useful as well. I'm sure I'm forgetting lots of other handy tools, but the Elecraft kits are quite straightforward with nothing exotic required. Two things are for sure, the right tool for the right job is invaluable, and your tool collection will continue growing over time. I think the only other thing you missed was a Phillips screwdriver which you probably already have (make sure you use the right size for the job). There are a couple of Allen wrenches already included with the K2 kit (and probably other kits as required as well) to mount the knobs and other things. Oh, I assume you already have a VOM (digital or analog). I think the frequency calibration was most easily done by zerobeating on WWV, so an extra shortwave Rx or transceiver would be handy as well. Mark, NK8Q K2 4786 (hmm, about one year old now!) From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu Mar 02 09:19:36 CST 2006 To: Elecraft Discussion List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hey folks, I have some tools but will need more for the K2. I have a Weller WTCPT (or whatever it is) soldering station with two tips. Both have a 7 on the bottom (700 degree?). One is the original and one is a very thin pointy tip. I have a static mat, a clear bench and a workable light. I'm thinking I need the following and wonder if there is a preferred place to get them at a fair price? - Solder - Small side cutters - Small needle nose pliers - Other tips for the weller - Helping hands parts holder - Solder braid (for desoldering) I have access to a vacuum desolder station so if things get bad I can go that route. Where should I get these things? What else do I need? - Keith KD1E - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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
Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools?
Keith, Look here : http://www.micromark.com/ .Micro Mark specializes in small tools for hobbyistsand they have small cutters,pliers,soldering tips, etc. Also,get/use an anti static wrist strap. Rich k2cpe K2 #1102 Darwin, Keith wrote: Hey folks, I'm thinking I need the following and wonder if there is a preferred place to get them at a fair price? - Solder - Small side cutters - Small needle nose pliers - Other tips for the weller - Helping hands parts holder - Solder braid (for desoldering) Where should I get these things? What else do I need? - Keith KD1E - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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
Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools?
Hi Keith, One of the neatest tools I have, which I don't think was mentioned is a little gizmo that my daughter gave me as a gift a good number of years. I'm not sure what its called or if it still sold, maybe some of the guys on this list can steer you as to where to get one. My daughter got it at Radio Shack and paid about $10.00 back then Anyway it's a little plastic thing that an IC can fit into. You know how the pins are aren't straight down on an IC and you sort of have to press them against a table top to get them all lined up? Well with this 'thing' you just put the IC into the groove and squeeze the sides of he contraption and presto! ...straight pins that can be placed into the PC board of your K2 (Don't use sockets, BTW) It has two sides which can be used and accommodates both 'regular' size IC's and the larger ones. If any out THERE knows what I'm talking about and can steer Keith in the right. At any rate, enjoy your K2 and savor every minute of building it 73 de Tom wb2qdg k2 31103 - Original Message - From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Discussion List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 10:19 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hey folks, I have some tools but will need more for the K2. I have a Weller WTCPT (or whatever it is) soldering station with two tips. Both have a 7 on the bottom (700 degree?). One is the original and one is a very thin pointy tip. I have a static mat, a clear bench and a workable light. I'm thinking I need the following and wonder if there is a preferred place to get them at a fair price? - Solder - Small side cutters - Small needle nose pliers - Other tips for the weller - Helping hands parts holder - Solder braid (for desoldering) I have access to a vacuum desolder station so if things get bad I can go that route. Where should I get these things? What else do I need? - Keith KD1E - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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
RE: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools?
Guy's Not posted here in a long while.. so to you guys who are'nt familar with me,...let me say Hello From Bonnie Scotland... Was just reading this thread with great enthusiasm and interest... so went ferretin' on the .www, ..wonder is this item on the following website, similar to what you were tryin to describe Tom..?? If it is so, then, perhaps it will make things easier for the newcomer, or more advanced constructors among us in tryin to find that tool with your description.. Mama..hopes I'm right..!! (if so I've even found a tool... I did'nt know existed..!) http://www.arieselec.com/Web_Data_Sheets/22003/22003.htm#T-516 Hope everyone is well, enjoyin life, enjoyin construction, QRP ... to Mr Wilhelm and Mr Hammond.. my best regards boys...be intouch soon... 72s Andy GM0NWI K2 S/n 01324 ...Still... Soon To Be On-Air.. (when my health gets better..) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom McCulloch Sent: 03 March 2006 00:08 To: Darwin, Keith; Elecraft Discussion List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hi Keith, One of the neatest tools I have, which I don't think was mentioned is a little gizmo that my daughter gave me as a gift a good number of years. I'm not sure what its called or if it still sold, maybe some of the guys on this list can steer you as to where to get one. My daughter got it at Radio Shack and paid about $10.00 back then Anyway it's a little plastic thing that an IC can fit into. You know how the pins are aren't straight down on an IC and you sort of have to press them against a table top to get them all lined up? Well with this 'thing' you just put the IC into the groove and squeeze the sides of he contraption and presto! ...straight pins that can be placed into the PC board of your K2 (Don't use sockets, BTW) It has two sides which can be used and accommodates both 'regular' size IC's and the larger ones. If any out THERE knows what I'm talking about and can steer Keith in the right. At any rate, enjoy your K2 and savor every minute of building it 73 de Tom wb2qdg k2 31103 - Original Message - From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Discussion List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 10:19 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hey folks, I have some tools but will need more for the K2. I have a Weller WTCPT (or whatever it is) soldering station with two tips. Both have a 7 on the bottom (700 degree?). One is the original and one is a very thin pointy tip. I have a static mat, a clear bench and a workable light. I'm thinking I need the following and wonder if there is a preferred place to get them at a fair price? - Solder - Small side cutters - Small needle nose pliers - Other tips for the weller - Helping hands parts holder - Solder braid (for desoldering) I have access to a vacuum desolder station so if things get bad I can go that route. Where should I get these things? What else do I need? - Keith KD1E - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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
Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools?
Hi Andy, Yep that's the gizmo -- works great and has spoiled me from ever trying to straighten out those darn DIPs. Tom WB2QDG k2 1103 - Original Message - From: Andy GM0NWI [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Reflector elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 8:44 PM Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Guy's Not posted here in a long while.. so to you guys who are'nt familar with me,...let me say Hello From Bonnie Scotland... Was just reading this thread with great enthusiasm and interest... so went ferretin' on the .www, ..wonder is this item on the following website, similar to what you were tryin to describe Tom..?? If it is so, then, perhaps it will make things easier for the newcomer, or more advanced constructors among us in tryin to find that tool with your description.. Mama..hopes I'm right..!! (if so I've even found a tool... I did'nt know existed..!) http://www.arieselec.com/Web_Data_Sheets/22003/22003.htm#T-516 Hope everyone is well, enjoyin life, enjoyin construction, QRP ... to Mr Wilhelm and Mr Hammond.. my best regards boys...be intouch soon... 72s Andy GM0NWI K2 S/n 01324 ...Still... Soon To Be On-Air.. (when my health gets better..) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom McCulloch Sent: 03 March 2006 00:08 To: Darwin, Keith; Elecraft Discussion List Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hi Keith, One of the neatest tools I have, which I don't think was mentioned is a little gizmo that my daughter gave me as a gift a good number of years. I'm not sure what its called or if it still sold, maybe some of the guys on this list can steer you as to where to get one. My daughter got it at Radio Shack and paid about $10.00 back then Anyway it's a little plastic thing that an IC can fit into. You know how the pins are aren't straight down on an IC and you sort of have to press them against a table top to get them all lined up? Well with this 'thing' you just put the IC into the groove and squeeze the sides of he contraption and presto! ...straight pins that can be placed into the PC board of your K2 (Don't use sockets, BTW) It has two sides which can be used and accommodates both 'regular' size IC's and the larger ones. If any out THERE knows what I'm talking about and can steer Keith in the right. At any rate, enjoy your K2 and savor every minute of building it 73 de Tom wb2qdg k2 31103 - Original Message - From: Darwin, Keith [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Elecraft Discussion List elecraft@mailman.qth.net Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 10:19 AM Subject: [Elecraft] Gearing up to build - where to get tools? Hey folks, I have some tools but will need more for the K2. I have a Weller WTCPT (or whatever it is) soldering station with two tips. Both have a 7 on the bottom (700 degree?). One is the original and one is a very thin pointy tip. I have a static mat, a clear bench and a workable light. I'm thinking I need the following and wonder if there is a preferred place to get them at a fair price? - Solder - Small side cutters - Small needle nose pliers - Other tips for the weller - Helping hands parts holder - Solder braid (for desoldering) I have access to a vacuum desolder station so if things get bad I can go that route. Where should I get these things? What else do I need? - Keith KD1E - ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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 ___ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net 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
