You can do some small jobs with the tools below, but you’ll definitely need to be creative. You can probably get through a lot of things with just the hot air rework station, but it’s going to be very challenging trying to get into the tight spaces. I don’t see why you couldn’t do a touch IC job with these tools. For the absolute beginner on a budget though.
Don’t forget the essentials too!
AmScope White Metal Stereo Microscope, SE120, 20x Magnification, LED Lighting, Reversible Stage Plate, Battery Powered
$38.99Elementary stereo microscope for home or classroom use enables students and hobbyists to inspect biological specimens, rocks, stamps, jewelry, and large specimens that require handing or manipulation Binocular viewing head with pair of 10x widefield ... read more
(as of August 24, 2024 11:07 GMT -05:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
YIHUA 959D-Digital Hot Air Rework Station, High Power with 3 Memories, Airflow Efficiency, °F /°C Display, Accurate Temp.(212°F~932°F), Brushed Aluminum Panel & Safety Features
Quick Heating & Well-Built – The hot air gun heats up rapidly when picked up from the holder thanks to the improved heating element and heating system design. Plus, the control panel is made with solid & brushed aluminum to prevent leaving burnt mark... read more
(as of August 24, 2024 11:07 GMT -05:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Aoyue Chisel Type Soldering Tip T-3.2D
$3.953.2mm Chisel Tip x 17mm Long Fits Aoyue 936, 937+, 908, 968, 768 and 3210 Stations Fits Hakko 900M Series Fits Weller WP Series
(as of August 24, 2024 13:31 GMT -05:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Klein Tools MM325 Multimeter, Digital Manual-Ranging 600V AC/DC Voltage Tester, Tests Batteries, Current, Resistance, Diodes, and Continuity
$34.97VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITY: Measures AC/DC voltage up to 600V, 10A DC current, 2MΩ resistance; additional features include continuity, diode test and battery test LEAD-ALERT PROTECTION: LEDs on the meter illuminate to indicate proper test lead placement... read more
(as of August 24, 2024 11:07 GMT -05:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)