Electronics Workbench

Training is not required but please ask for help if you are new to soldering, etc.

 Safety Tips

• When soldering, make sure to turn on the fume absorber (the black appliance with a carbon filter and grill on the front of it located on the soldering bench). *We also have disposable dust masks available for patrons to use.

• There are antistatic wrist straps available in the workbench drawers if needed. These can be used to ground you when working on sensitive electronic equipment. They prevent the buildup of static electricity on your body that can result in electrostatic discharge.

• Always make sure devices/switches are in the “OFF” position when working with them.

• Never try to repair or touch any electrical equipment with wet hands! Just keep water away from the bench!

• Always use insulated equipment and never use equipment that has frayed cords, damaged insulation, or broken plugs.

• Ask for help if you need it!

Resources and Tutorials

• Adafruit Learning Center

• Sparkfun Learn