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Electronic Screwdriver Recommendation??
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electronic screwdriver"?
I just use a garden variety phillips head screwdriver, which has worked for me the last 15 years for every computer job I've ever undertaken. Magnetic tip or no? I have both and have used both without a problem.
Much is really just preference, overall. But as long as the screwdriver is forged well, there isn't that much difference between one screwdriver or another.
Measurement is not management.
I just use a garden variety phillips head screwdriver, which has worked for me the last 15 years for every computer job I've ever undertaken. Magnetic tip or no? I have both and have used both without a problem.
Much is really just preference, overall. But as long as the screwdriver is forged well, there isn't that much difference between one screwdriver or another.
Measurement is not management.
...and avoid the battery-powered electric screwdriver for electronics. While not bad for major disassembly, you will find that it will have too much torque for tightening down sensitive electronic parts. And it's heavy. I also don't like those multi-tip Phillips/slotted combos, they tend to be heavy too.
Get yourself a good dedicated #1 & #2 screwdriver of each type, along with a jeweler's-size flat-blade and Phillips for the delicate stuff. I use a multi-day pill container to store my screws & parts in the order of removal, then close the lid of each compartment as I move on. Avoid gimmickry, just the basics work fine here.
Tony
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Get yourself a good dedicated #1 & #2 screwdriver of each type, along with a jeweler's-size flat-blade and Phillips for the delicate stuff. I use a multi-day pill container to store my screws & parts in the order of removal, then close the lid of each compartment as I move on. Avoid gimmickry, just the basics work fine here.
Tony
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Well, my boss uses one, but I understand that as he is getting older and doesn't have the strength to hold a regular one...
I've tried one, and screwed things up, pardon the pun, as Tony mentioned it had too much torque, ripped a mainboard apart (cracked it)...
I found that a regular screwdriver (Phillips or Pozidriv) you have more control...
I can only give a recommendation, stick with the name brands, e.g. Black&Decker or Bosch...
Ben
"If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer..."
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I've tried one, and screwed things up, pardon the pun, as Tony mentioned it had too much torque, ripped a mainboard apart (cracked it)...
I found that a regular screwdriver (Phillips or Pozidriv) you have more control...
I can only give a recommendation, stick with the name brands, e.g. Black&Decker or Bosch...
Ben
"If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer..."
How to ask a question, when posting them to a professional forum.
This one does 90% of my assembly/disassembly
A Klein 603-10 with 10" shank comes in handy at times.
Tony pretty much covered it. I use good tools for computers and guns. Cheapo tools are for hanging curtains and loaning to relatives.
Skip
A Klein 603-10 with 10" shank comes in handy at times.
Tony pretty much covered it. I use good tools for computers and guns. Cheapo tools are for hanging curtains and loaning to relatives.
Skip
I went through 2 Black & Decker rechargables, which I still use as a driver when I need more torque, but have gone back to the original Craftsman drivers I started with 40 years ago. Finallly took Sears up on the guarantee and traded my 2 #2 Phillips in as worn out several weeks ago.
Ed Fair
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Ed Fair
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Not sure if these are available in the US, but are fantaastic.
The have two springloaded clips on the end.
Unscrewing you loosen the srew a little, push the shaft down and it grips the screw.
Tightening, you put the screw on the tip, clamp in in then screw down.
No more dropped screws !
Most people spend their time on the "urgent" rather than on the "important."
The have two springloaded clips on the end.
Unscrewing you loosen the srew a little, push the shaft down and it grips the screw.
Tightening, you put the screw on the tip, clamp in in then screw down.
No more dropped screws !
Most people spend their time on the "urgent" rather than on the "important."
Even better than "electronic" might be one of these...
...then again, get the wrong mode and something will fry![[smile]](/data/assets/smilies/smile.gif "[smile] [smile]")
...then again, get the wrong mode and something will fry
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NO FAIR! I was going to post something about the Doctor's sonic screwdriver!
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Just my 2¢
"What the captain doesn't realize is that we've secretly replaced his Dilithium Crystals with new Folger's Crystals."
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NO FAIR! I was going to post something about the Doctor's sonic screwdriver!
Just my 2¢
"What the captain doesn't realize is that we've secretly replaced his Dilithium Crystals with new Folger's Crystals."
--Greg
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