Some of the tools required for the job
In the above picture, the tools shown from left to right (going downward) are:
- Methylated spirits or isopropyl alcohol
- An old toothbrush for cleaning
- Solder resist "rework" pen, or you could use clear nail polish
- Enamel coated "wire wrap" wire
- Fine electronics grade solder (approx 0.5mm or smaller)
- Pair of fine tipped tweezers
- Solder paste syringe (only for SMD soldering)
- Hot air rework tool (only for SMD soldering)
- Small pair of side cutters
- Digital multimeter
- Fine tipped electronics grade soldering iron around 60W
- Small needle-nose pliers
Aside from the above items, you'll also need standard equipment such as:
- A cleaning rag/cloth or paper towels for cleaning
- Fibreglass brush/pen (Radio Spares part number 514-868)
- #2 Philips head screwdriver
- Small flat head screwdriver
- 3/16" hex nut driver (for removing D-range connector nuts)
Plus it's wise to always use anti-static precautions when working with sensitive electronic devices. Therefore I'd recommend working at a static safe workstation and wearing an anti-static grounding
strap.
