Basic Tools used To laptop Repair

                                                                             Basic Tools used for laptop Repair

Star Tripped screwdriver 

This is also a commonly used tool, mainly used on the Macintosh ,though also common on dell , Alineware, and sony Vaio ,if you do not have access to one of these ,you can purchase one from your local Auto part store and you will definitely need the multiple tip pack ao allow different sizes for Different laptop models.


Mini pliers

I suggest that you buy mini needle nosed pliers because they are easier to use o the micro sized components that make up the laptop .The pliers I use are 3 inches long ,I find that the normal sized pliers are way too big and do not reach into certain areas that the mini can


Toothbrush

this ,believe it or not ,is the second most used tool in laptop Repair ,Yes  A tooth brush ..You will use this on each and every laptop you repair .why you ask ? the tooth brush is used to clean any and all part and components in and on  the laptop .Cleaning the laptop part as you repair is detrimental to the longevity of the laptop life.it is used to clean the keyboard ,the motherboard and any case part


Scissors

The smaller the better when obtaining your scissors .I use hair cutting scissors because they are small and the cutting tips are thin and narrow

Electrical Tape

This is used to wrap cables and wires,and used to secure or flatten wire or cable tracks on in the laptop .i try not to use this on wire or cable wrapping if possible because  have found that over time the tape will slowly unravel and can become-sticky on the outer -side.

Shrink Wrap tubing

 These can usually be found in variety packs ,the larger of the size will be one you use most commonly in laptop repair these are placed over the repair area on the wire or cable ,they are basically rubber tubes that you  cut to your specifically needed length ,then heat the tube to shrink it to the size of the wire or cable being repaired 

Copper Foil Tape

A less common item used, though you will eventually need this if you are laptops o a regular basic .This will be used for motherboard PCB Repair and more commonly used for DC jack C-Ring replacement /repair

Adjustable Pliers 

This is a less commonly used tool, though it will be needed at times. I will rarely use this on a DC Jack repair to gently wiggle the jack loose from the desoldered contact pads. You will find other uses for this tool so it is a good tool to add to your collection.

Liquid Flux

recommend that you get both a paste form and the liquid PEN form Both are readily available on Ebay for small price, yet are hard to find locally at a store,you can try shopping at Radio shack for flux paste, but doubtful they have the flux pens.

Black permanent Marker

This is used often mark screw holes, or mark the area of damage on the laptops part 

plastic prying Tools

These will be needed for almost every laptop repair procedure.when able you.will Always use plastic over metal to disassemble or work on the laptop or any electronic components .There are various kind that are used and needed .A guitar pick is the most used tool,not a flimsy pick rather a slightly thicker guitar pick that can withhold bending back and forth numerous time .Another great plastic tool is one you will need to purchase off of Ebay and is part of the IPOD repair kit

Metal Epoxy Glue

you will find varieties of this product and will have to choose the best one for yourself .i typically use the Black /Clear Mix ..As it has a longer drying time ,it will allow more strength over time hold up to heat exposure this will be used in many areas of the laptop ,and being that a laptop that a laptop motherboard is SelfGrounded ..it can be used directly on the PCB to cover Component or traces A common use for this Epoxy is for DJ jack Repair ,as it will be used in the last step and applied to the jacks rear end sides to help secure it to the motherboard .Also this will be used to brace the jack when the  laptops lower case DC jack holding cage breaks .

Toothpicks

These have many uses and are a handy tool to have nearby .Used to apply fluxes, used to apply epoxies, also can be used to help plug or unplug certain ribbon cables or thin wire(s)

Thermal Paste

you will only be using silver thermal paste in a Laptop ,Never Ceramic past.Laptops will use 2 Cooling Sources Either silver past or a thermal pad.will be hard to repurchase and silver thermal past will be readily available for sale everywhere .if a part or component originally used a thermal pad ,it is highly recommended that you keep using a pad and not switch it out to using past.These pads also are used cover a gap which is left for that specific part for thermal expansion and contraction

30 to 50 watt soldering iron 

you can use Any brand they are typically disposable .i recommend that you do dispose of the cheaper soldering irons after 10 or so uses,or get yourself some Tinner to refresh the tip .I do recommend a 50 watt iron for laptop component repair as it will allow for better -flow of the solder due to the higher temperature output.

solder 

The average Rosing Core solder will do ,get your self 1.0 mm solder ,any thicker and it will apply to heavily.


Circuit Board Cleaning Solution /WD40

This solved is used to clean the motherboard , and i will clarify its uses throughout this book WD40 is More readily Available to purchase and can suffice .Again ,i will also  explain how to properly use WD40 to clean components /Remove flux and so forth.

Multi meter

  This can be bought at your local Home  improvement store ,and you will a wide variety of quality choice .for a beginner ,it is ok to purchase the cheapest Multi-meter to learn uses and familiarize yourself with it .

Heat Gun.

The better the quality the better the final result of your repair will be. On average ,you want to use at least a heat gun  with switchable settings.. One that will produce temperature of 700  to 800 degrees. i use a RYOBI heat gun , 120v. 11a, Temp: 200-1100 degrees Fahrenheit.


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