Category: Electronics

Electronics Workstations

There are three electronics workstations Each workstation has a selection of tools in a tool trug and a soldering station. The pictures for each workstation show the ”ground state”, that is, the state things should be left in when you are finished. Reserving A Workstation Workstations cannot be formally reserved. If you leave a project …

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Raspberry Pi

Overview The AMT Raspbi runs our webcam in the space. Shell scripts /root /root/autoprivacy.sh Script to loop run ‘privacy_button.sh’, which is a shell script that tests the red button connected to the Pi, and if it is pressed, sends a http-request to Dave’s server (somewhere on davr.org) to shut off the webcam for AFAIR 30min. …

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AMT138 Variac Transformer

Model/Make: Variac Transformer Model No. TDGC2-2KM Documentation: https://variac.com/staco_variable_transformer_100_.htm This is an autotransformer.  One end connects to the wall outlet and the socket output voltage can be varied from a small AC voltage to higher than the line voltage.  It is sometimes used for testing equipment that may have a power supply problem. Using this thing …

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AMT107 Hot Air SMT Rework Machine

Serial Number: 20151001-812 Spare Parts: Compatible with generic hot air nozzles in hundreds of shapes.  The wand is a pretty standard part, and can be replaced. Warranty: contact  https://www.circuitspecialists.com/ for service. Documentation: This tool is used for removing and installing surface mount technology (SMT) electronic components. It works by blowing hot air. The main thing …

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