Author Archives: Owen Cusack

Like most people new to the world of electronics, at one point in time, I was only aware of one type of soldering iron tips. However, after some more experience I’ve realized that there are in fact many different types all made to suit different purposes. Although, there are a plethora of different tips available […]

Needle-nose pliers (also known as long-nose or pointy-nose pliers) are special pliers used mainly for cutting and holding wires. They’re often used in electronics, or by electricians and other tradesmen – often to bend, twist, or snip electrical wire. It’s extremely rare that you’ll find a toolbox that lacks a pair of needle-nose pliers, as […]

When you work with electronics, at some point you will need to remove the insulation from some electrical wires. It’s often necessary to strip wires before you perform tasks like soldering etc. To strip wires you can simply use a pocket knife or similar to remove the coating, but if you’re serious about electronics as […]