Hi all,
I'll get to the point and then ramble later, saves tldr;
I am looking for suggestions and advice on what i should have in my 'lab'.
I already have...DS1054Z Scope(2 days old!)
Uni-T UT71D Multimeter
3-15v 40A SM-PSU (Radioparts home brand /DOSS)
Silicone chip 100W 40v 5A Hybrid SM/Linear kit (build in progress)
Hakko FX888D (1 week old) + small assortment of tips
Solder in 1mm and 0.53mm 5core, 3mm+1.5mm braid, solder sucker, flux syringe+pen
Side cutters, pointy pliers, misc screwdrivers & bits
SMD tweezers
LED Magnifying lamp
The above isn't too bad, best range of gear i have ever had so far.
The scope and iron are recent acquisitions.
There are bound to be a few things missing, i'll start the list...Signal generator (is there a good kit one i could build?
USB microscope (how important is this?)
Rubber matting, approx 600 x 1500 (not dissipative, not sure i can afford it)
ESD mat (smaller mat to place on top of above)
ESD wrist strap + ESD point to mount under bench + 1M resistor
Alignment tools (looks like i got some with the DS1054Z, these might do for now?)
What am i missing guys?
Where can i get good deals / 2nd hand gear / kits to build the tools/gear i need (eg sig gen??)
Anyone got a good deal on dissipative mat?
I'm starting a workbench up to more seriously pursue electronics engineering as a hobby.
In the past it has mostly been a background and half assed hobby, so I've never put any serious effort into it until now.
I am building a custom workbench, will post pics once done.
It will be an 'L' shaped extension to my PC desk, and the ework bench area will measure an approx 1500x600.
I'm in SE Vic if that helps anyone point me to good go-to places etc.
Look forward to reading your replies!
Cheers!