Product Reviews
Every product reviewed on this channel is bought, borrowed, or supplied for test, and put through the same thing: real bench use, not a spec-sheet read-through. That means checking build quality, measuring what the manufacturer claims (temperature accuracy, output ripple, timing), and using the tool on an actual project before recording a verdict.
This category covers general electronics tools and equipment that don’t fit neatly into soldering irons or hot air stations specifically, including multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, PCB tools, and workshop accessories. If a sponsor or affiliate link is involved, it’s disclosed clearly on the video page, and it never changes the opinion given.
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A quick look at December PCB fabrication offers: free pink, purple or matte black solder mask upgrades, half price 3D printing, and coupon codes.
SDG #359 Dodgy AliExpress MOSFET-based multichannel AC Dimmer
Teardown and testing of a 3-channel DMX512 MOSFET AC trailing edge dimmer from AliExpress. Good circuit design, but the PCB isolation is a serious safety fail.
SDG #346 LattePanda Mu Small Board Computer
Hands-on with the LattePanda Mu compute module and carrier board: Intel N100, 8GB LPDDR5, PCIe x4, power draw tested and Raspberry Pi 5 compared.
SDG #338 Sequre ES555 and ES666 Electronic USB Screwdrivers
Hands-on look at the Sequre ES555 and ES666 rechargeable electric screwdrivers: torque, bit quality, battery life and whether they beat a manual driver.
SDG #334 Miniware MHP50 Mini Hot Plate Preheater
Hands-on review of the Miniware MHP50 USB-C hot plate: heat-up speed, reflow profiles, real PCB reflow tests and a look inside.
SDG #328 Geeetech Alkaid - Trying a resin printer for LED projects
Testing the Geeetech Alkaid MSLA resin printer on clear LED lenses and light guides, plus setup, print quality and whether resin suits electronics work.
SDG #324 Metcal BVX-250 Professional Fume Extraction System
Teardown and airflow testing of the Metcal BVX-250 benchtop fume extraction system, plus a direct comparison against the cheaper Quick 6101.
SDG #317 ET12S 2 in 1 Thermal Camera and Multimeter Combo, Bside A2
Hands-on look at the ET12S 2-in-1 thermal camera multimeter and the pocket-sized Bside A2 with NCV, covering accuracy, IR resolution and real bench usefulness.
SDG #314 Ohme Home Pro, Intelligent Octopus and Home Battery Charging
Inside the Ohme Home Pro EV charger: control pilot PWM measured with an EV simulator, plus Intelligent Octopus and home battery charging notes.
SDG #308 InfiRay P2 Pro 256x192 PCB Inspection Thermal Camera
Hands-on look at the InfiRay P2 Pro 256x192 thermal camera and its magnetic macro lens for spotting hot components down to 0201 size on PCBs.
SDG #298 MiniWare L1060 60V 10A 100W Electronic Load
Hands-on review of the MiniWare MDP-L1060 electronic load: CC, CV, CR and CP modes tested, accuracy checked, MDP-01 display pairing and internal teardown.
SDG #295 Bluetooth Hager Arc Fault Detection AFDD ARR MCBs (ARR932U etc)
A hands-on look at Hager's ARR932U Bluetooth AFDD: single-width RCBO plus arc fault detection, firmware updates and a 16-event trip log via the Hager Pilot app.
SDG #292 Topdon TC001 USB-C Thermal Camera
Hands-on review of the Topdon TC001 USB-C thermal camera: 256x192 at 25Hz, Android and Windows apps, PCB focus limits and how it compares on price.
SDG #280 Micsig STO1004 Portable 4 Channel 100 MHz Oscilloscope
Hands-on look at the Micsig STO1004 tablet oscilloscope: 100 MHz, 4 channels, 1 GSa/s, serial decoding, HDMI out, battery life and the one real drawback.
SDG #276 Junk JBC Equipment
A hands-on look at the JBC Solder Feeder SF: build quality, teardown, menu options, loading wire and why the feeding results were disappointing.
SDG #271 Creality Ender 3 S1 Pro 3D Printer Review
Hands-on review of the Creality Ender 3 S1 Pro: Sprite direct drive, CR Touch levelling, 300C hotend and first print quality straight from the box.
SDG #269 How to suck off your ICs professionally with the JBC T2050, T2250 IC extractors and hot air
Hands-on with JBC's T2050 and T2250 vacuum IC extractor tripods: how they lift hot air reworked chips safely, and whether they justify the price.
SDG #267 Near Gigabit Speed 5G Home Broadband Internet - Zyxel NR7101 NR Modem and Router
Zyxel NR7101 outdoor 5G modem and router reviewed: teardown, chipset, Zyxel Air setup and near gigabit real world speed test results.
SDG #261 CZUR ET24 Pro 24MP Fast Overhead Document Scanner
Hands-on with the CZUR ET24 Pro overhead scanner: OCR accuracy, curved page flattening, colour tests and how it handles PCBs and glossy pages.
SDG #260 Print custom graphics directly to PCB with the Comgrow Z1 Laser
Testing the Comgrow Z1 diode laser engraver on bare PCBs and solder mask, including setup, power settings, focus problems and the fixes that worked.
SDG #255 SAC305, SAC405, Sc100e, 60/40 Lead/Lead Free Solder Comparison using SolderKing
Hands-on comparison of SolderKing SAC305, SAC405, Sc100e and 60/40 leaded solder: fluidity, working time, wetting and through-hole joint quality.
SDG #254 Soldering Microscope Improvements using Geeetech Mizar S
Testing the Geeetech Mizar S 3D printer by making custom microscope mounts and polariser holders to kill solder glare on the bench.
SDG #248 £500 Hi Res Bench Multimeter - Hantek HDM3065 HDM3055 5.5 and 6.5 digit DMM
A hands-on look at the Hantek HDM3065 6.5 digit bench DMM: accuracy checks, UI quirks, teardown and how it differs from the cheaper HDM3055.
SDG #247 Professional vs DIY 3D Printing
Comparing industrial 3D printed and CNC machined prototype parts against home FDM prints: accuracy, finish, strength and when paying more makes sense.
SDG #246 Testing and Analysis of a dimmable high power 60W Synchronous LED driver
Bench testing a 60W dimmable synchronous buck LED driver: efficiency, current regulation, PWM dimming behaviour, switching waveforms and thermal results.
SDG #244 Curious CCT changing remote phosphor dimmable LED lamps - Philips MASTER LED
A teardown and analysis of Philips MASTER LED remote phosphor lamps that shift colour temperature as you dim them, and how the driver pulls it off.
SDG #237 LED DMX Moving Head Disco Light 10W Betopper LS10
A hands-on look inside the Betopper LS10 10W LED DMX moving head, covering build quality, optics, gobos, DMX control and stepper drive electronics.
SDG #228 DytSpectrumOwl CA-10 Thermal Camera for PCB Analysis
A close look at the DytSpectrumOwl CA-10 thermal camera: resolution, macro lens, PC software features and whether it earns its price for PCB fault finding.
SDG #223 Automatic Tip Polishers - Metcal AC-STC and Yihua 200C
Teardown and comparison of the Metcal AC-STC and budget Yihua 200C automatic soldering tip polishers: build quality, motors and cleaning results.
SDG #214 KuWfi WE826-T2 4G LTE Modem with WiFi and Ethernet from Banggood
Hands-on look at the KuWfi WE826-T2 4G LTE router: mini PCIe modem, OpenWRT firmware, WiFi and Ethernet performance, plus teardown findings.
SDG #208 Cityfibre / Vodafone Gigafast 900 still poor speeds. What's in the GPON ONT 801Gv2?
A look inside the Cityfibre / Vodafone GPON ONT 801Gv2, plus why Gigafast 900 speeds still fall short of the advertised gigabit.
SDG #207 The New High Precision Riden RD6006P Power Supply from Banggood
A close look at the Riden RD6006P: PCB teardown, precision reference and resistors, plus accuracy testing to see if the higher resolution is real.
SDG #206 Using an LTE external antenna/modem as broadband backup? Mikrotik SXT LTE6
Hands-on look at the Mikrotik SXT LTE6 outdoor LTE modem/router: build quality, internals, RouterOS setup and real speed tests as a broadband backup.
SDG #204 Cityfibre / Vodafone Gigafast 900 Mbit/s FTTH (FTTP) Rollout - First Impressions
Hands-on with a Vodafone Gigafast 900Mbit/s CityFibre FTTP install: ONT and router hardware, real speed tests, latency and install quirks.
SDG #198 A $28 UVC LED and Quantadose Test Cards
Is a $28 Luminus XBT-3535 UVC LED worth it? Output, wavelength and QuantaDose test card results, plus cheaper LCSC alternatives compared.
SDG #196 What effect Colour Rendering Index (CRI) actually has on the spectrum of a white LED
Spectrometer measurements of white LEDs at different CRI ratings, showing how phosphor mix, red output, colour accuracy and efficiency really compare.
SDG #195 Actual UVC LEDs for Sterilisation and Disinfecting
Genuine 275nm UVC LEDs from TONYU and Para Light tested: forward voltage, output power, reflow soldering and a real disinfection check.
SDG #194 Wireless 3D Printing with the Creality WiFi Box. Or not.
Hands-on review of the Creality WiFi Box: setup, app quirks, print quality problems and a teardown revealing what is inside this cheap wireless print server.
SDG #191 Miniware MHP30 SMD Rework Mini Hotplate
Hands-on review of the Miniware MHP30 USB-C mini hotplate: teardown, temperature accuracy checks, UI quirks and how it handles selective SMD rework.
SDG #189 JLCPCB NEW UPDATES to SMT Assembly Service!
A walkthrough of JLCPCB's updated SMT assembly service: bigger parts library, both-side placement, BOM and CPL handling, plus real order costs.
SDG #188 JLCPCB or PCBWay's Black PCBs?
Side-by-side comparison of black PCBs from JLCPCB and PCBWay, covering mask finish, silkscreen contrast, edge routing and overall build quality.
SDG #187 All about PCBWay's Turnkey Assembly Service
A hands-on look at PCBWay's turnkey PCB assembly service: file prep, BOM quoting, real costs, lead times and inspection of the finished boards.
SDG #181 Riden Power Supply Chassis and Power Supply Assembly RD6012 RD6006
Building the Riden RD6012 into its official chassis, plus a teardown and load test of the bundled AC-DC supply. Is the kit worth it?
SDG #180 Eakins 4K Video Microscope with HDMI and SD Card Recording
Hands-on look at the Eakins 4K HDMI video microscope: image quality, working distance, ring light, SD card recording and who it actually suits.
SDG #178 Sub-$200 Hti HT-02 Thermal Imaging Camera looking at PCBs from JLCPCB
Hands-on review of the sub-$200 Hti HT-02 thermal imaging camera, tested on live PCBs to see how much resolution and detail your money buys.
SDG #172 Andonstar AD407 7" Display Microscope and Camera with PCBs from JLCPCB
Hands-on review of the Andonstar AD407 digital microscope: 7-inch screen, HDMI output, image quality, stand and whether it suits SMD soldering.
SDG #168 The new RIDEN RD6012 12A 60V PSU
Hands-on look at the Riden RD6012 60V 12A digital buck PSU module: accuracy, ripple, thermals and how it compares with the older RD6006.
SDG #167 Xiaomi 24" IPS XMMNT238CB Budget Monitor
Hands-on look at Xiaomi's XMMNT238CB 24-inch 1080p IPS monitor: build quality, panel uniformity, inputs, stand and whether the low price is worth it.
SDG #162 Easily adding a Colour TFT to your electronics project
A look at using a serial HMI colour TFT module to add a touchscreen interface to microcontroller projects without writing graphics code.
SDG #160 All things SMT Microscope: Lighting, 0.5x 0.35x Camera attachments, Cameras, AF IMX290
Microscope upgrades for SMD soldering: 0.5x and 0.35x Barlow lenses, ring vs bar lighting, camera adaptors and the autofocus IMX290 tested side by side.
SDG #148 300W Lab Power Supply
Testing the Long Wei PS-3010DF 30V 10A switching bench supply: ripple, load regulation, transient response, accuracy and teardown findings.
SDG #147 Brake Cleaner - Low cost effortless PCB cleaning!
Can automotive brake cleaner replace expensive flux remover? Testing cheap aerosol brake cleaner on rosin flux residue, plus safety and plastic warnings.
SDG #145 Terrible Tripp-Lite Medical UPS! Pure garbage.
A hospital-grade Tripp-Lite medical UPS gets opened up and tested. Poor build quality, questionable design and IEC 60601 claims that don't add up.
SDG #144 What's Inside a Commercial Ozone Generator Sterilization Unit?
Teardown of a commercial ozone generator sterilization unit: ceramic plate module, high voltage supply, fan, timer and real safety concerns for buyers.
SDG #143 Well priced 4.5 and 5.5 Digit EastTester DMMs - ET3240 and ET3255
Hands-on look at the EastTester ET3240 (4.5 digit) and ET3255 (5.5 digit) bench multimeters: accuracy, features, quirks and who they suit.
SDG #134 90V 20A and 60V 50A DC-DC Converter Modules from Juntek (DPH8920-RF and DPM8650)
Testing Juntek's DPH8920-RF 90V 20A buck-boost and DPM8650 60V 50A buck modules: accuracy, ripple, thermals and whether the ratings hold up.
SDG #132 A Low Cost 2 Channel AC-DC Power Supply Board
Testing a cheap dual output AC-DC power supply module: real output ratings, ripple, regulation and whether it is safe enough for bench projects.
SDG #131 Solder Fumes, Extractors and Purifiers
Are solder fumes really dangerous? A look at flux fume risks, cheap benchtop extractors, activated carbon filters and using an air purifier with a PM2.5…
SDG #129 Budget 400W 150V DC Load - Kunkin KP184
Hands-on look at the Kunkin KP184 DC electronic load: 400W, 150V, 40A specs, CC/CV/CR/CP modes, battery testing, accuracy and real-world limits.
SDG #124 Will DaVinci Resolve render faster than Premiere Pro on Ryzen 9?
Render speed comparison between DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Premiere Pro on a Ryzen 9 workstation with a GTX 1660, plus what GPU H264/H265 encoding changes.
SDG #125 Uhuru USB Condenser Microphone 24bit/192kHz and Accessories
A hands-on look at the Uhuru USB condenser mic kit: build quality, shock mount, pop filter, arm and how the 24bit/192kHz audio actually sounds.
SDG #123 Chinese Colorful GTX 1660 GPU and Ryzen 9 for 4K Video Editing
Testing a Chinese-market Colorful GTX 1660 alongside a Ryzen 9 build to see if it holds up for 4K video editing, encoding and general workstation use.
SDG #118 Can ultrasonic cleaners damage your PCB and components?
Testing whether an ultrasonic cleaner harms PCBs, crystals, MEMS parts and solder joints, plus practical tips on fluids, timing and drying.
SDG #117 $53 360W Riden RD6006 Programmable Bench PSU
Hands-on review of the Riden RD6006 60V 6A programmable buck module: accuracy, ripple, resolution and what you need to build a full bench supply.
SDG #115 Miniwave MDP-XP MDP-M01 MDP-P905 Mini Power Supply
Testing the Miniwave MDP-XP mini bench supply with MDP-M01 monitor and MDP-P905 module: accuracy, ripple, noise and real-world usability.
SDG #113 Black Eakins Simul-Focal 3.5x-90x Microscope
Hands-on with the black Eakins simul-focal 3.5x-90x stereo microscope: optics, camera port, boom stand, Barlow lenses and value for soldering work.
SDG #112 Testing a Cheap Habotest AC Socket Wiring Tester (Use with caution...)
A close look at the cheap Habotest HT106E mains socket tester: what it actually detects, where it misleads, and whether it belongs in your toolkit.
SDG #110 Convoy M3 4300 lumen LED Torch
Hands-on review of the Convoy M3 LED torch: real output vs the 4300 lumen claim, driver behaviour, heat, runtime and 26650 battery notes.
SDG #108 Mustool MDS8207 Scopemeter
Hands-on look at the Mustool MDS8207 handheld scopemeter: multimeter accuracy, scope bandwidth, build quality and whether it is worth the money.
SDG #105 UV Curable Solder Mask and UV Torches
Testing Mechanic UV liquid solder mask on PCB repairs, plus how the Convoy S2 and Lightfe UV301 365nm torches compare for curing speed.
SDG #101 Low Cost SMT Pick and Place Assembly Service from JLCPCB
A hands-on look at JLCPCB's low cost SMT pick and place assembly service, covering part libraries, BOM setup, pricing and real board quality.
SDG #099 IanScottJohnston's PDVS2mini Precision Voltage Source
A close look at Ian Johnston's PDVS2mini precision voltage and current source kit: build quality, accuracy, features and who it actually suits.
SDG #098 Quality Precision Screwdrivers - 2 Minute Tool Review
A quick hands-on look at the Santo precision repair screwdriver set: bit quality, magnetism, handle feel and whether it beats cheap kits for electronics work.
SDG #096 Feeltech FY6900 Arbitrary Function Generator Teardown
Inside the Feeltech FY6900 arbitrary function generator: DAC and output stage design, build quality and whether the cheap AWG is worth buying.
SDG #093 Eakins Trinocular Simul-focal Microscope and 37MP Video Camera
Hands-on look at the Eakins trinocular simul-focal stereo microscope and its 37MP HDMI camera: optics, barlow lenses, stand and rework usability.
SDG #087 A neat RGB LED Controller
A close look at a cheap RGB LED touch controller: build quality, PWM behaviour, colour mixing and whether it's worth using in your own projects.
SDG #086 What's the best flux for soldering? A comparison with PCBs from JLCPCB
Sixteen soldering fluxes compared on identical test PCBs, from Amtech NC-559-V2-TF and Kester no-clean to cheap gel syringes. See which ones actually work.
SDG #085 Wanptek High Voltage 120V DC 3A Bench Power Supply
Hands-on look at the Wanptek high voltage 120V 3A DC bench power supply: ripple, regulation, CC accuracy, build quality and who it actually suits.
SDG #083 Elegoo Super Starter Kit Contents - Uno R3
A component by component look at the Elegoo Uno R3 Super Starter Kit, covering the board, sensors, displays and whether the parts are worth the money.
SDG #081 Micsig DP20003 High Voltage Differential Probe
Hands-on look at the Micsig DP20003 differential probe: 5,600V range, 100MHz bandwidth and how it compares to the cheaper DP10013.
SDG #080 Sony IMX290 Autofocus Microscope Camera First Impressions
Hands-on first impressions of a Sony IMX290 autofocus microscope camera fitted to an AmScope trinocular, covering image quality, focus behaviour and lag.
SDG #079 What's the best solder for electronics? Expensive or cheap?
Comparing budget Mechanic solder wire against Multicore 502, 362, Kester and Pro'sKit to see whether paying more for leaded solder really improves results.
SDG #078 Amscope Microscope (SM745NTP), Matte Black PCBs from JLCPCB and Soldering Equipment
Hands-on with the AmScope SM745NTP trinocular stereo microscope for soldering, plus matte black PCB results, flux cleaners and 0.56mm solder wire.
SDG #077 Entry Level Stereo Microscope for PCB Assembly and Inspection - Swift SS41-WF20
Hands-on look at the Swift SS41-WF20 binocular stereo microscope: working distance, magnification, lighting and how it handles SMD soldering and inspection.
SDG #071 British Aerospace 1988 Solder Ration...
An eBay find: sealed 1988 British Aerospace 60/40 rosin-cored solder with high halide flux. How it wets, smells and compares to modern wire.
SDG #069 FX-Audio DAC-X6 24-bit DAC - Is 24-bits better than 16?
A close look at the FX-Audio DAC-X6 headphone DAC and amp: build quality, inputs, measured performance and whether 24-bit audio is audibly better than 16-bit.
SDG #067 Don't blow up your oscilloscope! Micsig Differential Probe for $140! (See link)
A hands-on look at the Micsig differential probe: how it protects your oscilloscope when measuring mains and floating circuits, plus bandwidth and CMRR notes.
SDG #065 14MP HU-708A Microscope Camera
Hands-on look at the HU-708A 14MP HDMI microscope camera: image quality, lens options, stand rigidity and whether it suits SMD soldering work.
SDG #063 An affordable 16 Channel Analyser - Kingst LA1010
A hands-on look at the Kingst LA1010 16-channel USB logic analyser: build quality, software, protocol decoding and whether it beats a cheap clone.
SDG #062 SMD Assembly Using a Paste Dispenser and Hot Air with PCBs from JLCPCB
Hands-on test of the DS-982 pneumatic solder paste dispenser for SMD assembly, plus hot air reflow results, setup tips and whether it beats a manual syringe.
SDG #060 FX-Audio FX-98S Pro 16-bit USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier - PCM2704
Hands-on review of the FX-Audio FX-98S Pro USB DAC and headphone amp: PCM2704 chipset, build quality, measured output and whether it beats onboard audio.
SDG #059 PCBs and Components from JLCPCB
A close look at boards ordered from JLCPCB and components sourced from LCSC, covering finish quality, tolerances, lead times and shipping costs.
SDG #058 1980's Pulse Rate and Sa02 Monitor Teardown (Ohmeda Biox 3700e)
Inside a 1980s Ohmeda Biox 3700e pulse oximeter: vintage medical electronics, questionable mains isolation and repairable through-hole construction.
SDG #054 Hiland M644 Component and Transistor Tester
Hands-on review of the Hiland M644 transistor and component tester: accuracy checks, ESR readings, build quality and whether it's worth buying.
SDG #053 HY-2307 60FPS 1080P Microscope Camera for Soldering and Rework
Hands-on review of the Hayear HY-2307 60FPS 1080p microscope camera: HDMI latency, image quality, lens options and how it performs for soldering work.
SDG #050 Electrolube FSC Recommendation
A hands-on look at Electrolube FSC modified silicone conformal coating: coverage, rework, moisture protection and why it earns a spot in your toolkit.
SDG #048 DMX Controlled RGB Linear Light Strips
Unboxing and bench testing cheap DMX512 controlled RGB LED linear light bars from eBay: build quality, addressing, output and whether they're worth buying.
SDG #045 Surge Protection Devices - BS7671 18th Edition
BG CUSPDT21 and TOMZN TZG40-B surge protection devices opened up and compared. Do the cheap SPDs match branded units for 18th Edition installs?
SDG #042 Mustool MT826 6000 Count Multimeter Review
Hands-on review of the Mustool MT826 6000 count multimeter: accuracy checks, build quality, safety, ranges and whether it earns a place on your bench.
SDG #039 BL05A 3W Bluetooth RGB LED Bulb & Speaker (MagicLight)
Testing the BL05A MagicLight 3W Bluetooth RGB bulb speaker: app control, colour mixing, audio quality and a full teardown of the driver board.
SDG #038 FeelTech Daniu FY3224S 24MHz Signal Generator Banggood
Hands-on review and teardown of the FeelTech Daniu FY3224S 24MHz dual channel DDS function generator: output quality, features, build and who it suits.
SDG #036 AngLink 6 Port USB Charger
Hands-on review of the AngLink 6 port USB charger: real current output per port, voltage sag under load, build quality and whether it suits multi-device…
SDG #037 Anglink USB Charger Electrocution Risk?
Is the Anglink multi-port USB charger a shock hazard? A teardown-led look at isolation, creepage and clearance after the lethal charger warnings.
SDG #035 LED DMX Rotating Dome Disco Light
Inside a £20 Chinese LED dome disco light with DMX512 control: build quality, LED driving, sound-to-light circuitry and whether it is worth buying.
SDG #030 YZXstudio USB 2.0 LCD Power Monitor ZY1262
Hands-on review of the YZXstudio ZY1262 USB 2.0 LCD power meter: 18-bit current ADC, QC 2.0 support, accuracy checks and teardown findings.
SDG #028 MikroTik RB2011UiAS Internet Gateway + A tired cat
Unboxing the MikroTik RB2011UiAS-RM router and why it replaces an ageing WatchGuard Firebox as a home internet gateway and VPN endpoint.
SDG #024 DROK® Mini USB Current Voltage Charger Detector
Hands-on review and teardown of the DROK mini USB charger doctor: accuracy of its voltage, current and mAh readings, plus what's inside.
SDG #019 Peak LCR45 LCR Meter Review and Teardown
Hands-on look at the Peak Atlas LCR45 LCR meter: measurement accuracy, auto-ranging behaviour, real-world use and a full internal teardown.
SDG #013 1W LED Mini Adjustable Downlights
A close look at cheap 1W mini adjustable LED downlights from eBay: build quality, heatsinking, wiring and whether the supplied drivers are worth using.
SDG #012 5W LED Golf Ball Light Bulb
A budget 5W LED golf ball bulb from eBay put under scrutiny: brightness, colour temperature, build quality and whether it is worth the low price.
SDG #011 Peak Atlas DCA75 Pro Semiconductor Analyser
Hands-on review and teardown of the Peak Atlas DCA75 Pro component analyser: PC curve tracing, part identification and how it compares to the DCA55.
SDG #010 Peak Atlas ESR Meter - Review, Teardown and Analysis
Hands-on review and teardown of the Peak Atlas ESR70 ESR meter, plus what ESR actually means and how to verify capacitance with a scope.
SDG #07 Symmetricom GPSDO - 10MHz Frequency Reference - Part 1
Inside a surplus Symmetricom GPS disciplined oscillator: PCB teardown, power-up testing and whether it works as a 10MHz lab frequency reference.
SDG #05 Medical Isolation Transformer Teardown and Modifications
Inside a REO-MED 1000 medical isolation transformer: teardown, adding UK 13A sockets and 4mm banana posts, plus correct ring terminal crimping.
SDG #04 Unlocking Rigol MSO1074Z Options
How to unlock bandwidth and options on a Rigol MSO1074Z, including the JTAG memory dump and rigup key generation the MSO models require.
SDG #03 Metcal MX-DS1 Desoldering Gun
Hands-on with the Metcal MX-DS1 desoldering gun on the MX-5251 station, plus the silent compressor needed to run it. Does it clear through-hole joints?