PVC Wire vs. Silicone
Tool:
Striveday Flexible Silicone Wire 22awg Electric
https://amzn.to/2R7rJ1x
Transcript:
Hey, I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video I’m going to show you the difference between common, PVC coated wire for electronics, and the new breed of silicone coated wire. If you’re only used to this tried and true stuff, stick around, because the difference is dramatic.
5 Favorite Maker Projects of 2019 [Maker Update #153]
This week on Maker Update, my picks for the Top 5 most year-defining projects of 2019.
Signs of Attraction [Maker Update #152]
This week on Maker Update, animating ferrofluid, fabricating a landspeeder, advanced animatronic eyes, Adam Savage hardware rack, workbench mods from Laura Kampf, and shrinking molds with the Crafsman.
Doomsday Pi [Maker Update #150]
This week on Maker Update, an off-grid Pi recovery kit, Hackaday Grand Prize, a chorus of Billy Bass, improving old toys, a transforming bike, viewing Gcode, painting R2, and hydro-dipping.
Best cheap measuring tape
Tool:
Komelon SM5425 Speed Mark Gripper Measuring Tape, 1-Inch X 25Ft
https://amzn.to/2NTB2AB
Related tools mentioned:
Komelon 16-ft version
https://amzn.to/2Ll9KVu
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time we’re looking at the Komelon Gripper 25-foot tape measure. I got this for around $9 on Amazon, which is a fantastic price. I’m going to show you why it’s so great, and if you pick one up using the link in the description it helps to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Best Trauma Shears under $10
Top pick:
Prestige Medical Fluoride Scissor, Black, 7 1/2 Inch
https://amzn.to/2p63e86
Other Trauma Shears:
Shears; EMT 3.5″ (Mini) by Rescue Essentials
https://amzn.to/2MwpJMU
Carabiner-Shears EMT Trauma Shears
https://amzn.to/2Nel4UP
Prestige Medical Premium Fluoride Scissor, Neon Yellow, 5.5 Inch
https://amzn.to/2Qt5KBQ
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time, I’m going to show you guys a handful of different options out there if you’re shopping for trauma shears, also known as penny cutters. I don’t think you can ever have too many of these. These are all under $10. You can find Amazon links to all these options in the description. Using those links help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Glass Eye for the Spooky Guy [Maker Update #143] *Adafruit Edition*
This week on Maker Update: Everything is awesome with this 3d printed lamp, over 2000 guides, a Xenomorph Candy Bucket, a creepy beating heart, mobile coding, keychords, IoT security and crazy cartoon eyes.
5 Resistor Kits Compared
Tools:
Yobett 166 Values 1/4w Resistors pack
https://amzn.to/2kHMh1w
REXQualis 22 Values 1/4W 1% Resistor Kit Assortment
https://amzn.to/2spwfOh
Elegoo 17 Values 1% Resistor Kit Assortment
https://amzn.to/2LdiYz3
Joe Knows Electronics 1/4W Resistor Starter Kit
https://amzn.to/2LdiZD7
Joe Knows Electronics 1/4W 1% 86 Value 860 Piece Resistor Kit
https://amzn.to/2LRAJoU
Transcript:
I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video I’m going to show you 5 different resistor kits for electronic projects. I found all of these on Amazon, and if one of them looks like the right one for you, you can find the links for all these in the video description below. By picking one up, you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Best Solder Sucker
Tool:
Engineer SS-02 Solder Sucker
https://amzn.to/2RKmGEK
Related tools mentioned:
Basic Desoldering Vacuum Pump Solder Removal Tool
https://amzn.to/2Eh0P57
Desoldering Bulb
https://amzn.to/2A7bmvz
Transcript:
I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in his video I’m going to show you three different solder suckers that can help you undo soldered connections on your electronic projects. There’s only one here I really recommend, and I’m going to show you why. But you can find Amazon links to all of these options down in the show notes. By using any of those links, you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.