MFR Merch
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Shop — MFR Direct
MFR Direct is where you can buy items seen (and not seen) in videos directly from MindFlareRetro.
Are you looking for products that I use or could recommend? Check out the MFR Gear list below.
MFR Gear
The following tools and supplies are ones that I currently use, have used, have tested or researched and would recommend to others for their hobby electronics workbench. Note, some links below might be affiliate links and forward you to Amazon, eBay, Banggood, etc. — using these links does not increase the price for you as the buyer but may provide a small monetary contribution back to MindFlareRetro.com .
Soldering & Desoldering Tools
Hakko FX-888D
Enjoy excellent quality and performance from Hakko's entry-level digital soldering station.
eBay.com [US seller]
Hakko FX-951
The FX-951 offers 70W of superior heat transfer, sleep function, auto shut-off, quick-change T12/T15 tips.
Amazon.ca [CA seller]
KSGER T12
This amazing little soldering station is probably the best low-cost choice for the electronics hobbyist. Its unique design can output 75W, heating up to 480°C/900°F.
eBay.com [US, CN sellers]
TS-100 Portable Soldering Iron
ENGINEER Inc. SS-02 Solder Sucker
ZD-915 Desoldering Station
Electronic vacuum pump desoldering station (80W, 160°C–480°C, 120VAC model with US/CA Plug).
Pro'sKit SS-331H Desoldering Station
Electronic vacuum pump desoldering station (90W, 160°C–480°C, 100-240VAC model.
Amazon.com [various sellers]
AliExpress [might need to provide your own IEC cable for your country]
Commodore 64 Stuff