ArcRevival
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Trying saying oscilloscope without feeling like a total nerd. After over 15 years in the hobby I figured it was time to pull the trigger and get a Tektronix 465B. Now I just need to learn how to use it.
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I need to get one. Where can I sign up!!I read this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oscilloscope and I still don't know what that is other than it helps to adjust/troubleshoot CRTs. Shows you how much I know about electronics. But it looks really cool.![]()
One of the best things I've done in the last few years or so is finally investing some money in better test/repair equipment. It started with buying a quality Fluke multimeter (model 12B which only cost me $50) to replace a cheapo Radio Shack pocket multimeter. Since then I've added a temp controlled soldering station, crt rejuvenator (built 3 adapters for it also), and just today I received my desoldering station. I've also owned a logic probe for a few years.Nice one... I finally got one a week ago... Next up a Logic AnalyzerOh and a Desoldering station, ESR Meter, Flyback tester, CRT Rejuv'r... It's a long list...
One of the best things I've done in the last few years or so is finally investing some money in better test/repair equipment. It started with buying a quality Fluke multimeter (model 12B which only cost me $50) to replace a cheapo Radio Shack pocket multimeter. Since then I've added a temp controlled soldering station, crt rejuvenator (built 3 adapters for it also), and just today I received my desoldering station. I've also owned a logic probe for a few years.
The difference is night and day when I think back to what I used to have. I'm hoping for similar results with my new desoldering setup.Agreed, money invested in test/repair equipment pays off in the end. I've had a Fluke 12 for years and love it, ditto logic probe and audio probe. A good soldering station is a must as well.
The difference is night and day when I think back to what I used to have. I'm hoping for similar results with my new desoldering setup.
I went with the Aoyue 474 based on some positive feedback/reviews from previous threads.Which one did you get?
Oh my freaking gosh!!!I need to get one. Where can I sign up!!

Wait?! does this make me a nerd? oh darn.