Must have tools of DIY robots (part 1)

I am a DIY enthusiast, and I am particularly obsessed with DIY robots and RC models and so on. In order to let the DIY group of new lovers can be more easily and quickly to get started, I would like to share with you guys my daily use of the configuration tools. One of the most important things you must have is a DC Mini Metal Gear Box Motor which is ideal for making robots. Other things are as follow:

First: electric iron

An electric soldering iron can meet most of the welding needs. 30W or so is enough. Recommended tip head one, so you can adapt to more cases. After the soldering iron is bought, the following improvements are recommended: Replace the two core wires with three core wires. Switch to three-pin plug, which can avoid the soldering iron-induced electrical damage to MOS devices. In addition, the welding quality and solder wire are closely related, it is recommended to configure two kinds of solder wire:

A) 0.6mm flux-containing solder wire, C-2 with higher tin content, for welding lead-in devices.

B) 0.3mm flux-containing solder wire for welding SMD devices.

Note: when welding, you should wear a welding helmet and a welding mask. Don’t ignore them for your personal safety! To remind yourself, what about purchasing a special set of cool welding helmets and a cool welding mask.

Second: tweezers

It is recommended to choose a pointed, slightly thicker tweezers. At present, the device is getting smaller and smaller, and SMD has become a trend. Tweezers will be your essential tool for welding.

Third: diagonal pliers

Although SMD will become mainstream, but will also be used in-line devices. At this point, the diagonal pliers can close the PCB to cut the pin.

Fourth: set tools

The most basic word screwdriver and the cross screwdriver should be equipped. Especially the cross screwdriver, you must configure a variety of specifications, otherwise, it is difficult to deal with different sizes of screws. The sharp cone and is also useful! What’s more, a wrench! There are so many cheap wrenches for you to choose.

Fifth: art knife

This is a lot of use. With this, an electric knife is basically not necessary.

Sixth: multimeter

Electricity is invisible, so we can only rely on a multimeter to judge if the current is on or off. It is recommended to choose the one supporting the automatic shutdown, or the power might be exhausted as it’s easy to forget to shut down. If the budget is well-off, select the larger range and supporting capacitance measurement, so you can save a capacitor table.

You might ask me if something like the portable heat gun or the drill is necessary...hah, keep following our blog and we will talk about that the next time.