[sdiy] Need help with a SMD kit (OT?)

[Vladimir Pantelic]

On 19.07.2017 20:14, sleepy_dog at gmx.de wrote:

> If you can afford it, try a stereo microscope, like Leica or Nexius (seen things
> from 1000 bucks to some thousand... There are also brands which cost like 500,-
> but I have not heard of their reputation. Luckily, my workplace has an EE lab
> with one for my special cases :D )

Last year I picked up an AmScope SE400-Z stereo microscope for $180 shipped in 
the US and use it for SMD soldering with the 10x eye pieces just fine. I like 
the 8" working distance, the only thing it lacks is proper light, but a ring of 
12 white LEDs around the binocular head fixed that.