You can do some small jobs with the tools below, but you’ll definitely need to be creative. You can probably get through a lot of things with just the hot air rework station, but it’s going to be very challenging trying to get into the tight spaces. I don’t see why you couldn’t do a touch IC job with these tools. For the absolute beginner on a budget though.
Don’t forget the essentials too!
AmScope SE120 Portable Binocular Stereo Microscope, WF10x Eyepieces, 20X Magnification, 2X Objective, LED Lighting, Reversible Black/White Stage Plate, Track-Controlled Table Stand, Battery Powered
$71.27Elementary stereo microscope for home or classroom use enables students and hobbyists to inspect biological specimens, rocks, stamps, jewelry, and large specimens that require handing or manipulation Binocular viewing head with pair of 10x widefield ... read more
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YIHUA 959D-Digital Hot Air Rework Station, High Power with 3 Memories, Airflow Efficiency, °F /°C Display, Accurate Temp.(212°F~932°F), Brushed Aluminum Panel & Safety Features
$69.99Quick Heating & Well-Built – The hot air gun heats up rapidly when picked up from the holder thanks to the improved heating element and heating system design. Plus, the control panel is made with solid & brushed aluminum to prevent leaving burnt mark... read more
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900M Soldering Iron Tips for HAKKO 936,937,907 Atten, Quick,Ryobi, Aoyue, Yihua,Vastar,Sywon,Tabiger,SOAIY and X-Tronic Soldering Station (10 pcs Different)
$9.90Each one is electroplated for 72 hours,Advanced production process.not easily oxidized.Replaceable soldering iron tips 900M-T series for soldering station. Fit Hakko, Radio Shack 64-053, Atten, Quick, Aoyue, Yihua,Vastar,Sywon,Tabiger,SOAIY and Fits ... read more
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AstroAI Multimeter Tester 2000 Counts Digital Multimeter with DC AC Voltmeter and Ohm Volt Amp Meter ; Measures Voltage, Current, Resistance; Tests Live Wire, Continuity
VERSATILE DIGITAL MULTIMETER - Accurately measures AC/DC Voltage, DC Current, Resistance, and Diode. This Multimeter is a really useful tool for solving industrial and household electrical issues. Suitable for Household Outlets, Fuses, Batteries (inc... read more
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