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2 | Make.do Kids Tools For Cardboard | $28 | none | cardboard construction tools and parts | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718oba1zzML._AC_SX679_.jpg | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X4ZJQT2/ https://www.make.do/ | xray | Imagine being able to construct things out of cardboard boxes in the same way we used to do with erector sets. Go to the Make.do web site and looke at the videos and projects to get an idea of what is possible. You can also 3D print tools and parts if you have a 3D printer. | yes | Make | For ages 5+. Turn carboard boxes into forts, space ships, castles, submarines, planes, let your imagination run wild with carboard. | |||||||||||||||
3 | TIDRADIO TD-H3 Ham Multi-Band Radio | $30 | None | Ham Radio handheld transciever | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81lnSBIJ+xL._AC_SX425_.jpg | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X4ZJQT2/ https://www.make.do/ | xray | Can be used to listen to 2 meter and 70 centimeter Ham radio bands, and NOAA weather radio. With a Ham radio license you can also transmit. To study for a Ham radio exam use the free site https://hamstudy.org/ . You can take Ham radio exams for free at Peachtree Dekalb Airport, details here https://atlantave.org/ . | Yes | Ham radio. | ||||||||||||||||
4 | M5 Stick | $30 | None | ESP32 Based Dev Platform | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/G/01/apparel/rcxgs/tile._CB483369110_.gif | https://www.amazon.com/M5Stack-M5StickC-PLUS2-ESP32-PICO-V3-02-Development/dp/B0F3XQ22XS?crid=HXSE3OBCMEXZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.klUnitJhiZfOpxQBawKLNC-WGcWN2GLHCSKubUeUB87YqkM9LZ4mk374oK6aOTt2L3IHDY9gIH_TZbVKwJ_vYMg7pxkGK0ON8L8NsE-O0rlm2Go5aQwVcG-V8y_aqglqf53-ljdGqpSscuWgJn1kkh2913hopbshBHVGbptewThEga7Z-v_4t8N6Hq-Hxmfr4iT3sXGFvZ2FhUV-T4usqSYO10WeWA15QpZDSJQJFQQ.UzBGp1MQiuv0Kq4yQCXli4MTM_3oq2UZPLRk65pjsVM&dib_tag=se&keywords=M5+Stack&qid=1762875362&sprefix=m5+stack%2Caps%2C123&sr=8-1 | commiegir | ESP32 Dev Platform, easy to use for beginners, has a list of community firmwares available for easy setup, flash with Bus Pirate to use a an all-in-one electronics protocol debugging tool https://github.com/geo-tp/ESP32-Bus-Pirate | Yes | Electronics | ||||||||||||||||
5 | iCrimp Electronic Connector Crimping Tool | $34 | None | Crimper for Electrical Connectors | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Ti6J-abLL._AC_SX679_.jpg | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0195VXA10 | commiegir | Cheap and simple multi-capable electrical connector crimper, comes with 5 sets of dies for crimping nearly any connector you will run into, especially for automotive or home connectors | Yes | Electronics | ||||||||||||||||
6 | SolidWorks CAD software | $45 | $45/year | CAD Software | https://www.3ds.com/assets/3ds-navigation/3DS_corporate-logo_solidworks.svg | https://www.solidworks.com/solution/solidworks-makers | xray | Tired for fighting with FreeCAD? Parametric Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for designing parts for 3D printing. | Yes | 3D Printing | ||||||||||||||||
7 | AMZPILOT Pilot C50D-R M.2 NVME USB Docking Station | $70 | None | Docking station for NVMe SSDs. | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mg5YI1RUL._AC_SL1500_.jpg | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNNB7DBV/ | xray | 40Gbps USB 4 M.2 NVMe SSD to USB C Docking Station, M.2 SSD to USB C Reader Adapter for M.2 M Key, B+M Key PCIE NVMe SSD Dock, Size for 22110 2280 2260 2242 2230 Enclosure | Yes | Computers | ||||||||||||||||
8 | MILESEEY S50 Green-Beam Laser Distance Measure | $99 | None | Measuring distances up to 400 feet to an accuracy of 1/16 of an inch. | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6129sQqcnQL._AC_SL1500_.jpg | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FL6B9LLC | xray | Green LED is visible in sun light and will work on shiny surfaces. Allows measuring distances when physical access is limited. Built in trigonometry functions allow measuring wall heights from a distance. | Yes | Construction, manufacturing, home improvement | ||||||||||||||||
9 | Raspberry Pi 15.6 in Full HD IPS Monitor | $100 | None | Portable 1920 x 1080 Monitor | https://productimages.microcenter.com/687351_772590_01_front_zoom.jpg | https://www.microcenter.com/product/687351/raspberry-pi-156-in-full-hd-ips-monitor | xray | The Raspberry Pi Monitor is a 15.6" 1920 × 1080p IPS LCD display that connects to a computer using an HDMI cable. The Monitor also requires a USB-C power source. For full brightness and volume range, this must be a USB-PD source capable of at least 1.5A of current. | Yes | Computers | ||||||||||||||||
10 | Radtel RT-950 Pro | $100 | none | GMRS, CB, Amateur radio with all band receiver | https://www.radtels.com/cdn/shop/files/1_3_78727863-38da-4c8d-9029-97cced9b4f72.jpg?v=1763695781 | https://www.radtels.com/products/radtel-rt-950-pro-27mhz-tx-rx-10w-walkie-talkie-am-fm-usb-lsb-cw-receive-gps-aprs-wireless-bluetooth-phone-programming-noaa-two-way-radio?variant=44669996794064 | smokintbird | if new to radios, this can do a ton for small price | yes | radio | ||||||||||||||||
11 | T48 EPROM Programmer | $150 | None | Read and Program Flash and EPROM/EEPROM Chips | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/G/01/apparel/rcxgs/tile._CB483369110_.gif | https://www.amazon.com/ACEIRMC-TL866-3G-Programmer-Support-Replacement/dp/B0D3SZVTBX?crid=1LUZKNZEADQFZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.b4yJCczZtyowPolGgrvG9S2l8621DAgNRv6gRDTHMNCyy0eK4KQJsrVs1hQ5yeSDIj6XA6xnIp6WSMB5FjCGJINiTgsa67nlMeKT7EbppbeJTOwydvt9f-V1RkihfvSQRf-b95Wgpci25kc9teKmAEiOETQxNGHIhQQWRUGFDUmwCIO9v6LbglgOM-y-ZmFK1TgPkoXLc7JgV6CO8_y_gOM77wCeB2C9Vh37O4o51mM.nadeSAbRYJL90Vs0GmVMa3DLk3KPvkWoRP3Nq4pBw68&dib_tag=se&keywords=eeprom%2Bprogrammer&qid=1762875090&sprefix=EEPROM%2Caps%2C137&sr=8-4&th=1 | commiegir | Allows you to recover, re-use, and read both EPROM/EEPROM/Flash chips | Yes | Electronics | ||||||||||||||||
12 | FNIRSI 2D15P 3-in-1 Benchtop 2CH 100MHz Phosphor Oscilloscope Multimeter | $159 | none | Electronics Design, Testing, and Reverse Engineering | https://www.fnirsi.com/cdn/shop/files/fnirsi_2d15p_3-in-1_benchtop_2ch_100mhz_phosphor_oscilloscope_multimeter_main.webp | https://www.fnirsi.com/products/2d15p http://amazon.com/dp/B0FY14LW4F | Scott Jones | Percect for working with microcontrollers and other electronics. Includes signal genrator and multimeter functions. | yes | Electronics | ||||||||||||||||
13 | TINYSA TINYSAULTRAPLUS Spectrum Analyzer | $160 | None | Used to test the output of RF transmitters to insure they comply with FCC standards. Can also be used with an antenna to locate RF noise sources in the environment. | https://www2.randl.com/images/dataimages/tinysa/tinysaultraplus.jpg | https://www2.randl.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=16_16990&products_id=76222 | xray | Not all equipment sold meets FCC specifications. A Ham radio operator uses a spectrum analyzer to insure their radios meet FCC requirements. A spectrum analyzer, when connected to an antenna, can also be used to view the RF environment, and is very useful in location RF interference sources. | Yes | Radio and electronics testing. | ||||||||||||||||
14 | NANOVNA LITEVNA64 Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) | $190 | None | Testing RF coaxial cable, antennas, dummy loads, and RF connectors. | https://www2.randl.com/images/dataimages/nanovna/litevna64.jpg | https://www2.randl.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_8620&products_id=75669 | xray | A VNA is an necessity when working with RF antenna systems, cabling, and connectors. VNAs cost thousands of dollars used, and tens of thousands new. Nano VNAs have made it possible for anyone to have a VNA. The NANOVNA LITEVNA64 can measure from 50 kHz to 6 GHz. | Yes | Radio | ||||||||||||||||
15 | Creality K2 Plus | $1,200 | None | 3D Printer and Filament Changer | https://m.media-amazon.com/images/G/01/apparel/rcxgs/tile._CB483369110_.gif | https://www.amazon.com/Creality-K2-Plus-Combo-Full-auto/dp/B0F5HJMMT9?crid=I07E5V92NS53&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xJw-FFyH4_hsyB0yExccZFOExI7VTktjM0VAJDm_-10UAOdw92n_ZTbMPmN930JxWBw_Km0nRJKrfaiDYKrNUroHiDbp9TkX16xhfYXCSc-6B0S1SexyfBKPxiQLMj78E_qHKRG5yMm7wFDVpiqXTb6QBE3nzW6D6U5ttKw4gOfGFbLv7_cWQaCOZW98nV7EVVAQ0Oy907iHk3oeHIkYYoMnloc_GG2pUgnwJ9t6N84.0eVfiQhxGtZ98dPgSDfC7mZF3dJZCFU_gPrkUQdaRjI&dib_tag=se&keywords=Creality+K2+Plus&qid=1762875226&sprefix=creality+k2+plus%2Caps%2C124&sr=8-3 | commiegir | One of the best Consumer 3D Printers on the market, easily one of the largest that is capable of self-calibration and cleaning (350mm^3 print arear) and extremely fast and reliable | Yes | 3D Printing | ||||||||||||||||
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