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===Magnification devices=== | ===Magnification devices=== | ||
==== USB microscopes ==== | ==== Eye Loupe ==== | ||
A simple 7x eye loupe is a small, useful tool for examining small parts. There are single monocular loupes, or for a bit higher cost, head-mounted eyeglass style stereoscopic loupes which may or may not feature replaceable optics. | |||
==== Headband magnifier ==== | |||
There are many kinds of head-mounted stereoscopic or single-element magnifying devices available. Some are equipped with LED lights, which is handy but not strictly necessary. The picture below shows one that was purchased from a discount tool store for less than US$10. | |||
[[File:Headband magnifier.jpg|none|thumb|headband magnifier]] | |||
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====USB microscopes==== | |||
A microscope is handy for examining small parts or PCB traces. There are many inexpensive ones available. A stand is very useful as well for both precise positioning and to keep the camera steady. | |||
[[File:USB microscope with stand.jpg|none|thumb|USB microscope with stand]] | |||
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== Advanced tools for manipulating PCBAs == | ==Advanced tools for manipulating PCBAs== | ||
=== Magnification devices === | ===Magnification devices=== | ||
==== Stereoscopic microscope (analog) ==== | ====Stereoscopic microscope (analog)==== | ||
=====AmScope SM-4NTP===== | =====AmScope SM-4NTP===== | ||