Tools
String Cutters - GrooveTech, for guitar and bass
GrooveTech developed the String Cutters specifically for Guitar and Bass strings. Guitar and bass strings are made of hardened stainless steel or nickel with thicknesses as high as 3mm. Ordinary diagonal cutters are designed for soft copper, and thus fail miserably when used on strings. GrooveTech String Cutters were developed specifically for this application, using a proprietary heat-treatment process. Despite its compact five-inch length, even “B” bass strings cut easily and your days of dented blades will be a thing of the past. Vinyl grips feel great in your hands.
$11.95
ProtoBoard - Fits 1590BB, 1 sided, 2-hole strips
Prototyping circuit board (PCB) designed to fit the Hammond 1590BB die-cast aluminum enclosure. It has a convenient 2-hole pattern, which provides an easy way to connect parts while maximizing usable board area. It can be used as a stand-alone prototyping board, or installed in a Hammond 1590BB enclosure. For fastening your project to a surface see our adhesive standoffs (S-H190). Features:
- Single-sided high-quality FR4 glass-epoxy circuit board.
- Convenient 2-hole pattern provides an easy way to connect parts.
- 1oz/ft2 copper with an anti-tarnish coating for easy soldering.
- 0.042" holes are drilled on 0.1" (2.54mm) centers. 4 mounting holes.
- PCB Size 3.20 x 4.25 in (81.3 x 108.0 mm)
$5.75
Soldering Iron Tip - Atten, Conical, T900
Atten T900 soldering iron tips. The conical style is great for all types of soldering. The pointed tip works well with small connections and the expanding cone shape allows for use with larger connections such as solder lugs. These tips are an excellent choice for use with the S-ST-2090D soldering station and S-ST-2065D soldering iron.
Starting at $2.40
Soldering Iron Tip - Weller, solid core, screwdriver type, ST Series, 3-Pack
Package of 3
Genuine Weller screw driver (chisel) style tips for use with all ST Series compatible soldering irons. The screwdriver style is great for soldering through hole components and many other situations. The flatted tip makes it easy to make contact with both the solder pad and component lead. These tips are an excellent choice for use with the S-TWLC100 soldering station. Sold in a pack of three. ST Series Tips: Will fit the SP40L / SP40N series irons as well as the WLIR60, WLIR60K, WP25, WP30, WP35, WLC100 series tools.
Starting at $16.75
Tool - Magnetizer / Demagnetizer
Small magnetizer / demagnetizer for use with hand tools. Simply pass a tool such as a screwdriver through the square hole to magnetize the tool and pass it through the u-shaped channel to demagnetize the tool. Note: When passing through the square cutout to magnetize a tool, be sure to keep the tool from touching the four walls of the magnetizer to ensure a proper magnetization. When using the demagnetizer, the tool can touch the plastic of the channel.
$3.99
Fret File - for leveling across multiple frets
For filing straight across multiple frets to ensure that they are level.
$17.75
Aligner tool - GC Electronics, Duplex
Butyrate shaft 6-1/8" long with 1/8" wide steel tips. Tip on one end recessed.
- Material: Conductive Nylon Metal
- End: 1/8"
- End 2: 1/8"
$1.95
Soldering Iron Tip - Weller, single flat / sloped type, ST Series
Genuine Weller single flat style tips for use with all ST Series compatible soldering irons. The single flat style is versatile tip style that works great in situation where precision is required as well as situations where heat needs to be spread efficiently. These tips are an excellent choice for use with the S-TWLC100 soldering station.
For use with Weller Irons: SP40N, WP25, WP30, and WP35; and WLC100 station
For use with Weller Irons: SP40N, WP25, WP30, and WP35; and WLC100 station
$5.97
Digital Capacitance Meter - YF-150, 9 ranges
Nine ranges give precision readings from 0.1 pF to 20,000 µF. Can be used to check virtually all capacitors for tolerance value, selecting matched sets, etc.
- 0.1 pf to 20,000 μF, 9 ranges
- Over range indicator
- 0.5% basic accuracy
- Tilt stand
- 3-1/2 digit LCD, 1" h x 2-¼" w
- 1.5" x 2.8" x 6"
- Zero adjustment
- Input protected
- Low battery indicator
- Includes case, leads, battery, spare fuse and instructions
$49.95
Breadboard - Solderable PCB, 3.00” x 1.90”
The SB400 Solderable PCB BreadBoard enables you to transfer your circuit and wires from a plug-in breadboard without recutting wires or changing your layout. The SB400 has the same pattern and spacing as a standard 400 connection point BB400 solderless plug-in breadboard. It has a standard 5-hole strip for each IC pin, just like solderless breadboards plus 4 power rails. However, it has the advantage that soldered joints provide a more reliable long-term connection than solderless contacts. The SB400 has four power rails like solderless breadboards, plus two bonus rails for power or signals. There are bonus two-hole pads along the centerline allowing DIL (dual in-line) headers to be used. BPS prototyping boards use high-quality FR4 glass epoxy PCBs for long life, with an anti-tarnish protective coating for easy soldering.
$4.35
Adhesive Softener - Bob Smith Industries, Un-Cure
Un-Cure™ debonder will soften cured CA. If parts are bonded incorrectly or your fingers are stuck together, a few drops of Un-Cure™ will dissolve the CA in about a minute. Apply on bonded skin and roll apart fingers. Once stuck, use acetone to clean off softened CA, then wash off with soap and water. Since cured CA is essentially acrylic plastic, anything that will dissolve CA will also soften most plastics. Care must be used, therefore, when using Un-Cure on plastics. Separating plastic parts with a razor saw is usually the best option. Works Well On:
Directions: Un-Cure™ will soften cured super glue (aka cyanoacrylate, CA). To release bonded skin (not near the eyes) apply Un-Cure™, then use a small, rounded object like a paperclip to separate the skin with a peeling action, applying more Un-Cure™ as needed until the skin areas are debonded. Wash the area with soap and water.
- Cyanoacrylates
- Super Glues
Directions: Un-Cure™ will soften cured super glue (aka cyanoacrylate, CA). To release bonded skin (not near the eyes) apply Un-Cure™, then use a small, rounded object like a paperclip to separate the skin with a peeling action, applying more Un-Cure™ as needed until the skin areas are debonded. Wash the area with soap and water.
$4.74
Nut Slotting Gauge - Digital, luthier tool
Digital Nut Slotting Gauge. Accurately measure the guitar string height over the first fret with the digital version of this handy luthier’s tool. Display measurements in inches or mm with an accuracy of 0.0005” (0.01 mm).
$66.95
Sponge - for Soldering Station, for cleaning tips
Replacement sponge for the Weller WLC 100 soldering station ( S-TWLC100 ) and others. Keep your iron tip clean using this genuine Weller replacement sponge. Cleaning a hot soldering iron on a damp sponge causes the solder to contract at a contrasting rate to the soldering iron, helping to remove any solder stuck to the tip. Always be sure the sponge is merely damp rather than soaked in water.
$3.05
Guitar Setup Mat - Dunlop, System 65
Work on your guitars without the worry of scratching the finish. This thick neoprene mat measures 17 7/8” x 23 ¾”. The tight webbing on the surface ensures no marring and helps keep debris from sticking to the mat.
$16.99
ZipWire - Jumper Cable Kit for circuits
Package of 120
The ZipWire™ Kit provides a convenient way to connect the signals in your projects. The wires can be unzipped for individual wires as needed and the color-coding can be used to organize power, ground and other signal types to keep your circuit organized. The rainbow colored ribbon cable provides the 10 standard electrical colors.
Starting at $9.85
Digital Multimeter - YF-3220, multi-purpose
Ergonomically designed. Uses one 9V battery, included.
- 0.5% basic DC accuracy
- audible continuity test
- 3 1/2 digit LCD, 0.625" high
- 10M ohm input resistance
- 1.5" x 3" x 7.5"(w/o rubber case)
- overload protection
- voltage to 1000VDC, 750VAC
- capacitance to 20 microfarads
- polarity indicator
- frequency to 10MHz
- over range indicator
- 10A (AC or DC)
- low battery indicator
- hFE and diode test
- tilt stand and case
$49.95
Radius Gauges - 2 Gauges for 8 Radiuses
Package of 2
Solid, high quality stainless steel radius gauges. Use during fingerboard/fret shaping to accurately measure your progress and eliminate mistakes. Can also be used when shaping a nut/saddle or when setting string radius at the bridge. Great for working on compound radius necks. This is an essential tool for a luthier/tech’s bench.- Gauge 1 has 7.25", 9.5", 10", and 12" radiuses
- Gauge 2 has 14", 15", 16", and 20" radiuses
- Set of 2
$13.95
Guitar Nut Cube - for adjusting guitar nuts
Unique tool for the easy removal and adjustment of potentiometers and switches from guitars
$15.95
Fret Cutter - Carbon Steel, for Cutting Stainless Steel Fret Wire
High quality carbon steel fret cutters for use with stainless steel fret wire. These newly designed cutters improve accuracy providing a flatter cut than other versions. Additionally the blades are designed for improved durability. The cutters can also be locked in the closed position for protection when not in use.
$39.95
Pliers - Xcelite, serrated jaw, 5.5", Long Reach
5 1/2" Overall Length, 1 1/2" Jaw Length Product Features:
- Thin profile, long reach pliers
- For access into tight spaces
- Lightweight for maximum comfort
- For use in precision electronic assembly applications
- Features serrated jaws
- Features red grips
$20.61
Storage Box - for electronic components
This electronic component storage box works great for storing caps, pots, resistors and other electronic components. Made of plastic.
Starting at $6.25
Threadlocker - Bob Smith Industries, IC-LOC Green
IC-LOC™ Green is a thin, medium-high strength threadlock that is applied to fasteners that are already assembled. IC-LOC™ Green wicks down into the threads of fasteners using capillary action and has good performance even with oil coated fasteners. Uses
Directions: Shake well. Unscrew cap and cut off tip. Apply IC-LOC™ Green to clean preassembled fasteners. Product sets in 10 minutes, with full cure within 24 hours. IC-LOC™ Green prevents the loosening of threaded fasteners from shock and vibration by wicking into threads. Cured temperature range is -60° to +300°F (-51° to +149°C). Locked fasteners are only removable by localized heating and hand tools. Remove residue with a damp cloth. Similar to Loctite Green.
- Threads of fasteners
- Bolts
- Screws
- Nuts
Directions: Shake well. Unscrew cap and cut off tip. Apply IC-LOC™ Green to clean preassembled fasteners. Product sets in 10 minutes, with full cure within 24 hours. IC-LOC™ Green prevents the loosening of threaded fasteners from shock and vibration by wicking into threads. Cured temperature range is -60° to +300°F (-51° to +149°C). Locked fasteners are only removable by localized heating and hand tools. Remove residue with a damp cloth. Similar to Loctite Green.
$6.50
Chisel - Flat, Japanese, Steel, Tataki-Nomi
High quality made in Japan flat chisels for luthier work. These chisels have a blade hardness of HRC63 and a total length of 225mm. The hardwood handle features a flat end for hammering,
Starting at $13.95
Vise - PCB Holder, Benchtop, Adjustable Width
Benchtop PCB holder with an adjustable width that can fit PCBs up to 200x140mm. This holder has a sturdy base and the 360° rotation allows easy access to both sides of the board when working. The arms are slotted for different thicknesses allowing for secure clamping of 1.2mm, 1.8mm, 2mm, and 3mm PCBs.
$21.95