450 My Electronics EDC Kit for Travel

[@AndreasSpiess]

I will add your (electronics-related) proposals in the video description

[@parshvapatel8484]

I managed to install linux on old phone using termux but is it possible to add something like ft232h or raspberry pi pico to make it something similar to raspberry pi.

[@lua-nya]

If a portable PC of some kind is mandatory, why not make the nice to have scope a USB one?

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@lua-nya Also a good idea to save space and weight. I do not like USB oscilloscopes too much because I usually use my screen for other things...

[@mahudson3547]

Definitely leaded solder. A Chinese logic analyser because it is so small and powerful. Possibly SDR to play with or just as a spectrum analyser. I keep a separate tool roll with the essentials for travel/ visiting - and she always reminds me to take it!

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree, a tool roll or box is a good thing (I tried to focus on the electronic part). And I could have brought the logic analyzer as a small and cheap alternative to the oscilloscope, you are right.

[@bfx8185]

@@AndreasSpiess For me ADALM2000 is a excellent choice small package and you have oscilloscope, logic analyzer, generator and basic PSU in one small box.

[@MichaelWeberMunich]

Gread video. For older eyes, I always take my dads Eschenbach Fadenzähler as magnifier and a lamp - or the cheap stereo microscope. Since i'm living in an partment, i have tool boxes like your project boxes that can be stored away or put in the vincinity of the desk. I also take these boxes visiting the local repair cafe or family and friends by car. No need to re-arrange things and remember were something currently is. Examples are an old suite case for various stuff (screw drives, pliers, cutters, IFixIt set, hefty screwdriver for bits) aided by boxes to solder, do mains installation, or etherner. Sure I mix tools and exendables, but that works out. Going on an ham radio field day is still a a nightmare.

[@AndreasSpiess]

You are better organized than I am! It shows once more that constraints are useful! I would call a Field Day a project, BTW ;-)

[@ericb5193]

Nice collection of tools! I'd definitely add a head lamp for work at night or in a dark spot.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Great idea!

[@ivekuukkeli2156]

With usb charging, not one-time batteries

[@jorgeturiel9689]

I have a small led lamp that you can plug in pc-usb. I bought it 10 year ago in IKEA

[@jmileshc]

@@ivekuukkeli2156 I prefer normal AA or AAA rechargeable batteries. apThe newer pre-charged last a year or more in storage. If you're in the field / on- sipte you can easily replace with another set or if really pushed get some alkalines.

[@tildey6661]

@@jmileshc I’ve found LED torches with AA/AAAs work very poorly with rechargeables. The torches seem to expect the higher voltages of non-rechargeable chemistries. So the torch is dim, and the minimum voltage of the LEDs is reached while the batteries still have a decent amount of energy left in them. Maybe higher end torches don’t have this problem, but I imagine higher end torches aren’t using AAs either. I switched to a rechargeable torch, and I pretty much always have a USB power source available.

[@remy44444]

Great as always! Honorable mention is vacuum bags with mini pump. Depends on you need it would free up so much precious space!

[@AndreasSpiess]

Good point. I use my hands to press the air out of the zipper bags. So far, that was enough for me ;-)

[@rfdspguru2]

Nice list! I like the mind map. The UT210E is definitely handy. I also suggest good wire strippers since family often needs help with 'mains' projects. Also, a (3 lamp) plug to show sockets are wired correctly.

[@AndreasSpiess]

The wire strippers are good for the "nice to have" bin, I think. And indeed, I did not think too much about mains projects. They require a few other things, I agree.

[@roidroid]

5:50 _"...and i like to touch them"_ 🤣lol. Andreas, never change mate, you're hilarious

[@AndreasSpiess]

:-)

[@klassichd10]

Thanks for the road tips! I also like a mobile scopemeter and the UT210E. Also very handy to measure PV string currents. And I also have an "end of live stock" of SnPb solder. Very versatile is a cheap pair of scissors and screw drivers, too.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I forgot the scissors, you are right. They are in my "standard" travel bag. And as a new owner of a PV I also was happy about the ampere meter. It would be hard to measure the current with another tool.

[@RensePosthumus]

@@AndreasSpiess i have a scissor that can be folded together, and my SAK has also scissor. In my must have set is a leatherman juice (that includes a scissor). Speaking of folable things a folding magnifier is also in my must-have section.

[@mahudson3547]

@@AndreasSpiess My Swiss Army knife has scisssors…

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@mahudson3547 I agree. I always have a small Swiss Army Knife" in my toilet bag.

[@klassichd10]

@@AndreasSpiess Yes, Even more it would be flashy destructive to open an 800V string while delivering 10 A.

[@alejandrodezerega8659]

Thanks very much for the video - provided interesting tools and insight!

[@AndreasSpiess]

Glad it was helpful!

[@aaronhooks7533]

Thanks for this video. I enjoy your channel.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thanks for watching!

[@gamerpaddy]

8:50 it can be hacked to start in DC mode directly, to keep backlight on or define a auto shut off time and increase its counts. needs a eeprom flasher and hex editor tho.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Which one?

[@PhG1961]

Awesome footage in the beginning, I assume that's you on the motorcycle?! Also the footage of your workshop are really awesome, I love workshops....

[@AndreasSpiess]

Yes, the nerd on the Harley is me ;-)

[@PhG1961]

@@AndreasSpiess You're never too old for riding a bike ;-)

[@dezmach93]

Thanks for your vids my friend! Greetings from the Philippines!

[@AndreasSpiess]

You are welcome!

[@BobHannent]

For bigger tools, my wife recently bought me a Wera Kraftform Kompakt W1 Maintenance Kit. It's impressive and as I get older, I seem to be acquiring nicer tools more than cheaper tools.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree with age and quality of tools!

[@iknowsolittle]

​@@AndreasSpiess I kept having mine stolen, so my experience has been the opposite, but who knows maybe I'll come full circle as the years pass.

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@iknowsolittle I once worked for Hilti. They had the same problem because their tools were often stolen. More than the other brands ;-) They had to add a protection to all their tools AFAIK.

[@wjn777]

Nice video, thanks for sharing. I second the Leatherman multitool. Some include screwdrivers as well, then you also have pliers

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree. This is why I added one to the "viewer suggested" list...

[@mosim4951]

you could replace the oszi and multimeter with a pokit pro. I've been using it for a few months now and I love it😊

[@mysomervda]

I had never seen the pokit pro before. Looks great. I am always a little wary when something needs another device to work but may be a good compromise when travelling lite. It would be good if it had a tiny display on the unit to show basic multimeter readings, and only require firing up the cellphone for more complicated things like oscilloscope .

[@AndreasSpiess]

I also do not know the pokit. But I added a cheap logic analyzer to the "user supplied" category. It can replace an oscilloscope, too in many cases.

[@theGentec]

Another great Video with interesting toughs, thank you Andreas! Regarding the Scope: I really like my PicoScope 2000 USB Scope. Its Really compact, the software is easy to use and it offers a lot of options, +-20V is usually enough for MCU Projects and it dosnt req. any aditional power. But for me the seling point was that it can decode many Serial Protocolls out of the box like I2C, SPI and UART. The MSO Models even have up to 16 Digital inputs, wich is great for Logic debugging (but also quite expensive).

[@AndreasSpiess]

Good points. I added a cheap logic analyzer to the "user supplied" category because it can replace an oscilloscope in many cases. So far I always refused USB oscilloscopes because I need them on the bench an my PC screen is elsewhere. But this does not apply for everybody, of course.

[@ApMatteman]

Nice list, thanks. I never leave home without my reading glasses 😉

[@AndreasSpiess]

Me too. But a few years ago I changed to bifocal glasses. Now I carry them all the time…

[@toddbu-WK7L]

I can't say enough good things about The Checklist Manifesto. I bought it in 2010 while doing research into the Apollo Space program. Checklists were (and still are) vital to any space mission. So do yourself a favor and buy the book. Also, powerpoles are great. I use them for my ham radio stuff. And because I have an M2 Macbook, I no longer need 19 volts to power my laptop. I can use USB-C to either *power* the laptop (15w) or *charge* it (30w+). And the speed of the laptop is better than most Windows computers. So yeah, the fewer watts used the better

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thank you for sharing your experience! I can imagine that in space, such checklists are important, too.

[@teebeeonline]

To me, I think all I have to bring is the swiss accent. Great video and advise, keep it up, cheers! 🎉🎉🎉

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thanks! 😃

[@spehropefhany]

The '63 item' project kits you can get on Ali etc. of breadboard, stepper motor and driver, encoder, keyboard, displays etc. etc. are a nice compact package that fits in a spare corner of a suitcase and may have that elusive item you need. Also one of those 24MHz logic analyzers (or the Salae one if you're feeling flush). I would like a nice USB oscilloscope with built-in function generator but have not bought one yet.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I think they are perfect as a starter. However, I probably never need all of them at the same trip. This is why I would advocate to make a selection for the trip.

[@TMS5100]

As long as you are not flying, leatherman wave is the best size/perfomance multitool in my opinion. A keychain flashlight is also incredibly useful, RovyVon Aurora A5 G2 is the best i've found - incredible performance in such a tiny package.

[@AndreasSpiess]

You are right. I added a Leatherman and a headlamp to the "user supplied" part of the list.

[@timhansinger]

Since you are Swiss, why not replace the Leatherman with one of the Victorinox Swiss Tools 😊 Have one since years and love it 👍

[@willb1242]

I second the recommendation for rovyvon. I have aurora a1. I like you can buy with either Cree or Nichia LED and choose between brightness or color rendering. I lose my nice orange one recently and am so sad to discover they now come Nichia only in black. Who can find a black flashlight in the dark???

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@willb1242 Since my Smartphone has a flashlight function, I hardly search for another flashlight... But sometimes, you need a second person

[@davidcoates4852]

I am so disorganised, very helpful, thank you, but as a professional electrician I would recommend insulated screwdrivers for mains work.

[@AndreasSpiess]

You are right, of course. I fear mains and this is probably why I do not have the proper tools ;-)

[@meltdown03]

I use my Uni-T clamp meter all the time when diagnosing automobiles. Works great, but sometimes you have to clean the battery contacts on the PCB so it stops resetting itself when flexing the case or opening the clamps.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Good to know. I do not have the small one for such a long time...

[@nezbrun872]

Regtarding the scope... I work in the field most of the time, and for a scope, despite trying a number of portable scopes, both tablet (eg Micsig) and hand held (eg Owon, Hantek), by far my go-to scope when baggage is limited is the Analog Discovery 2 which includes an LA, waveform generator, pattern generator, and variable bipolar power supply albeit limited to +/-5V and low current, but it is suitable for almost all the MCU projects I work on. The best feature is the Waveforms software. True, as a scope, it has limited bandwidth, but for the vast majority of things I encounter on the road it's easily sufficient. Plus, if you're on public transport, you can pre-wire the AD2 to your development board and put it in a small box so you can develop on the train or plane journey. Sometimes I really do need a "proper" scope. Then it's either a Rigol MSO1074Z-S (nice and small), Keysight MSOX3104T, or a Tek MDO4104C depending on the requirement, but all are carried in the manufacturers' purpose made protective padded carry cases. But the Analog Discovery 2 is always with me.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree, the Analog Discovery 2 is very versatile and small. After some commenters I added as a cheap alternative a cheap logic analyzer. It is no scope, but in many cases, can replace it (digital work). Bandwidth, BTW, often is not important if you are on the road.

[@electrobob]

I strongly recommend an Analog discovery, in different flavors. There is no box that can do more for you: at last 2 channel scope, 2 channel waveform generator, 16 channel logic analyzer, 16 channel waveform generator plus these instruments can be combined together. I have been using the original one for years now and it is ideal for microcontrollers/sensors etc.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree. These are good devices, but maybe a bit pricey for the hobby. So far, I newer used one.

[@electrobob]

@@AndreasSpiess oouu... did not check the price lately, you are right. I paid 150 euro for it a long time ago with a student price.

[@johnmccormick2883]

Very useful video… especially like the many links in your description. I would add a endoscope for inspection purposes in tight spaces like the Nidage wifi unit … and maybe a thermal imaging camera such as one that attaches to your mobile phone. Both could be very handy for the troubleshooting part of your repairs. 73s… John

[@AndreasSpiess]

I used an endoscope here and there and it can solve problems. In my case, I would put it to the "project specific or nice to have" category...

[@johnmccormick2883]

@@AndreasSpiess thanks for the reply … I saw a KZbin channel of someone that repairs iPhones and it was interesting to see how his normal diagnostic procedure was to power them on why looking at it with a thermal camera… he claimed that it showed him where the problems are … shorted components etc…

[@velizyhills]

Add duct tape,paracode,flaslight and a beer! Nice list....

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thank you. I added electric tape to the "viewer supplied" part (because I want to keep the focus on electronics). The beer usually can be sourced locally ;-)

[@santoshbansode697]

Very very very helpful this video is,,,,, and i like breadboard with power,,,,, really inspired,,,,,,, and always thankful to you,,,,,,,,,i learn something new,,,,,,,,

[@AndreasSpiess]

I am glad you liked the video!

[@d0hanzibi]

Surprising to me is what was not on the list - namely multitool. Both Leatherman or Victorinox have some very nice ones

[@AndreasSpiess]

I concentrated on the electronics part. For mechanical stuff, such a tool for sure is a good thing.

[@siberx4]

For those who like the XT60 connectors, note that they have somewhat recently come out with a smaller XT30 version. These are much cheaper per unit, but way more compact and are generally more than adequate for electronics type projects except in very high-current applications. Especially when traveling, a bunch of homemade cables and adapters terminating in XT30 connectors take up a lot less space than XT60s, and I'm quite comfortable using them up to 20A or so continuous (they're officially rated to 30A, but I prefer to be conservative).

[@AndreasSpiess]

I did not know and ordered a few now. Thank you!

[@BerndFelsche]

Component tester is nice to have when hacking or repairing equipment. And don't forget illumination and magnifiers because everything gets smaller and darker with time.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree. Maybe I add these two to the "viewer supplied list"

[@edivollgas719]

as always lots of inspiration. as the mobilephone is there anyway teaveling I go for the martinloren solutions for the scope. on the mechanical side there is always a small knipex zangenschlüssel with me. the 125mm version is unbelievable flexible .....

[@AndreasSpiess]

Never heard of this brand. But the products look nice!

[@thomashorstmann8524]

My Swiss army knife for network access is the small GL.iNet Mango router. Very small and very flexible.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree and it can be useful (I would place it in the project specific class). In most cases I live with my iPhone hotspot...

[@soulrobotics]

I would add, a little logic analizer, a mini Spectrum analizer, some meters of silicone cable, a usb current and voltage meter, in my case a hub with wifi. and a couple of micro Py or arduino nano just do some signal simulations. Often used for my PLC proyects.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thank you for your input. I added the logic analyzer (often good instead of the oscilloscope) to the list in the description. The rest is more project specific in my opinion (I do not like USB meters if I only have one screen ;-)

[@michelsrc4023]

Hello, very interesting, the essential is there, not much to add if not specific

[@AndreasSpiess]

:-)

[@lmaoroflcopter]

Alternative for oscilloscope. As a laptop is a must have. I've been rocking a USB oscilloscope for a year or two now, because of exactly the reasons you state, interfaces being too fiddly or difficult to see. Using a USB one means I can happily see the traces and set up the interface using a mouse and keyboard. Edit: have seen in comments you're not a fan of the USB scopes :) No worries.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I absolutely can follow your thinking, particularly on the road.

[@StefanSchlott]

Leatherman or its Swiss-Army-eqivalent 😉 Would add the Pinecil as an additional alternative to the TS80 - I just like the open-source approach, and if you are in the US, you can get it dirt cheap.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thank you for your suggestions. I already added a Leatherman because of other viewer comments! And I agree, there are alternative soldering irons available.

[@twinsen04]

Pinecil V2 is great. It comes with the USB PD capability of the TS80 but the power of the TS100. Also has barrel jack for the laptop power supply, so perfect for the travel kit.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Pinecil is added to the list

[@emilalmberg1096]

As for cables, plastic bags are ideal. The small freezer bags from IKEA are thicker in material and last well. I put USB cables in one bag, serial cables in another, everything is neat and easy to find.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I did not know that IKEA carries them. We get them here in the Migros and at Lidl, too

[@emilalmberg1096]

@@AndreasSpiess There name is ISTAD (almost like ice-town)

[@qcsupport2594]

Fun topic! I also carry a cheap clamp meter (thank you China). Whenever I travel I carry some emergency coffee. Japanese origami packaging engineers invented the "single-serve pour over" type which is much better than instant. I see some on Amazon that I haven't tried -- I ask any friend travelling to Asia to pick me up some from any Japanese supermarket.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Interesting coffee! I tried to keep this video electronics related. So many things have to be added, I think. But they are not specific to a "nerd" ;-)

[@qcsupport2594]

@@AndreasSpiess No worries - my comments are usually from the back row ;)

[@JanJeronimus]

Some times i take a chromecast with me, especially when i don't take my laptop with me. And for the non electronic things some tie wraps. Tie wraps are small, have a low weight and can be usefull in many situations. You can also use it to close your luggage. However a knife to open it in your hand luggage is not allowed when you fly.

[@AndreasSpiess]

How do you use the Chromecast for your electronics hobby? I bought my Microsoft Surface for my bicycle trip to the black sea. I did not want to go without laptop ;-) Tie wraps are good. I add them in the "viewer supplied" category.

[@rverm1000]

My tool set is almost exactly as yours. Except for a portable drill and a magnet to capture all nuts and bolt

[@AndreasSpiess]

The magnet is a good addition. Thanks!

[@StefanSchlott]

What about the DT71 tweezers? I don't own them (yet - I'm very tempted!), but they seem to be extremely versatile and compact for field usage.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I would not buy them. I got them for a test and never use them anymore. They are a toy in my opinion.

[@StefanSchlott]

@@AndreasSpiess "useful toy" and "just a toy" is sometimes hard to distinguish - especially if the product looks compelling on paper/KZbin 😁 Thanks for your feedback!

[@lmaoroflcopter]

​@@StefanSchlott I'm not sure there is a difference. Both are toys.

[@jps-ib8vh]

Glue and adhesive tape you missed I think. Remember Apollo 13 where they had to fit CO2 absorbers from the LEM to the CM interface I suggest superglue + Accelerator and 2 min epoxi ( Uhu Plus sofortfest). For mixing small amounts I use those plastics from one day contact lenses. Toothpicks and Ear cleaners are also helpful + small bottles Isopropanol and Acetone.

[@AndreasSpiess]

You are right, they are all important things. I added electrical tape to the list in the description because I want to keep the focus on the "electronics side".

[@iknowsolittle]

I prefer a chunk of thermoplastic for most applications. Amazing stuff.

[@PieterLeclerc]

Needing a mouse for your laptop really dates you. Thanks!

[@AndreasSpiess]

That is ok with me. I am 66, and still alive ;-)

[@PieterLeclerc]

@@AndreasSpiess Bless you, Andreas!

[@PrintPixeltr]

I'm mostly mechanics guy, Thick swiss mutli tool Wera toolcheck plus Gray electric tape Usb soldering iron + lead solder If i have more space: cheap 1/4 socket set 😀

[@AndreasSpiess]

Indeed, we could add a "mechanical section". I added a leatherman to the "viewer suggested" selection in the description. Electric tape is also useful. I will add it

[@claytonmoore9530]

If the wife asks “Andreas made me order the usb soldering iron and connectors”. That’s my story lol. Thanks for the great video and things to think about.

[@AndreasSpiess]

A good excuse is always important. Here it is: I need it for KZbin ;-)

[@StefanoBettega]

Hello Andreas, any suggestion for the foldable boxes? I purchased a couple on Amazon, but one broke almost immediately because of the weight I added. Yours seems very sturdy. Thanks and regards!

[@AndreasSpiess]

We bought them in a local store :-(

[@VilleWitt]

The Pinecil 2 should have both value and usability in your EDC kit. BTW, as it is open source, and there is a breakout board, you could build an applications using it.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I agree.

[@UNgineering]

For the soldering iron, have you tried Pinecil?

[@AndreasSpiess]

No. As I said: I will not purchase a new one... But others mentioned it and I added it to the list

[@Ne9n]

did you think about PC based test equipment like Diglent analog discovery? it has scope, logic analyzer, waveform generator power supply? not rewal inexpensive but not too bad.

[@AndreasSpiess]

The Analog Discovery is a good product. I am reluctant with USB devices because, in the lab, my PC monitor is away from my bench, and on the road, I usually only have one screen. But these are very personal thoughts...

[@jonaszwojcik]

Looks like we have a lot in common :) engineering, programing, aviation, ham radio... and a constant need to for a new project ;) BTW. I never travel without duct tape and zip ties :)

[@AndreasSpiess]

Aviation is no more active here. But it was important for a part of my life. The rest is still active ;-) I agree and added electrical tape to the "viewer supplied" section. Duct tape is also good, but probably not electronics related (I tried to keep this focus).

[@dougle03]

...for dealing with troublesome people... lol

[@lifeai1889]

imo the power supply is a must have without power u aint getting anywhere with your electronic project i made a pd powered one with those digital controled buck boost converters and with some built in battery so a powesr bank is not always necessary i also always bring a esp32 devlopment board with me cuz it dont take much space and u never know when ull need it a usb tester is also good to have for all the devices that charge from usb

[@AndreasSpiess]

Good input. Thanks!

[@MarcRitzMD]

Flipper Zero seems like the best multitool for you to have

[@AndreasSpiess]

For what purpose? So far, I never had a use case :-(

[@iknowsolittle]

I believe you can flash an esp32 wirelessly... But definitely a "nice to have" since it does so much...If you can even find one.

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@iknowsolittle Yes, you can. It is called OTA.

[@lmaoroflcopter]

I'm not sure I agree. I have one since backing it on kickstarter and it makes an excellent bluetooth presenter remote but the rest of the functions are much better performed with much cheaper in many cases, dedicated hardware. On the learning front, the documentation for developing on it is severely lacking or at least was when I looked a few months ago.

[@AndreasDelleske]

Isn't there a Swiss Pocket Lab? We could make a PCB with lots of these things on it around a beefy LiFePO4.

[@AndreasSpiess]

A long time ago I decided to leave the hardware business (when a computer still cost 1 mio). And I never looked back ;-) Anyway, maybe an interesting project for somebody else?

[@ioannis69k]

great list ! thanks for sharing. I maybe missed a usb/usb-c multimeter ?

[@AndreasSpiess]

I will put the USB power meter to the "viewer supplied" category...

[@ioannis69k]

@@AndreasSpiess Thanks Amdreas !

[@IamTheHolypumpkin]

I too still use leaded solder but only because I use up most of my grandpa's "consumables". He is still alive at the rightful age of 91 but he doesn't do much electronics anymore. Even the single roll of solder I have all likely last for my entire life. I don't solder that much.

[@AndreasSpiess]

So your grandfather is the proof that leaded solder is not very dangerous! Say hello to him from me.

[@Gengh13]

I always have with me a NCV tester, if you work on a potentially live wire you should always check first, I don't know if that clamp dmm has that feature or not

[@AndreasSpiess]

Some of the modern multimeters have this function built in. I use the AC range of the Multimeter for that purpose…

[@LeifNelandDk]

Regarding connectivity, Android and Windows, I don't know iOS, can be both client to hotel WiFi and hotspot at the same time without extra hardware, so you can share a single wifi connection with all your devices and friends, without the hotel or campground charging you for more passwords.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I do not know if this works with IOS, too. A good thing. Replaces the travel router...

[@KaiseruSoze]

I have used a cell phone backup battery for my kit & found that it didn't have enough power drive my esp32 with a display. I had two others that also didn't work. One was a combination backup battery & hand warm and the other was a flashlight. I do have one that does work. It's a work light - too big for a traveling kit.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Strange. Maybe the display consumes a lot of power. With the board I showed so far I had no issues (powering from the laptop USB)

[@JohnTarbox]

Would you do a video focusing on how you use Xmind and Checklists? For example, can you use Xmind to generate the checklist for a particular trip?

[@AndreasSpiess]

I assume you can use it. But I did not look too much in it. Till now, I use a very old version of Mindjet (paid version) where I keep all my Checklists. I "synchronize" the lists manually. Not a big deal for me.

[@4SquareHI]

Will be retiring to an RV in the next couple of years and will need to move my lab to it. Been putting a lot of thought into this! Good video to get me started. Just wondering how big 3-D printers will be by that time... my wife is very concerned 😅

[@AndreasSpiess]

3D printers will not get much smaller because they have to "include" the maximum printed part. But I understand your wife. My printer is in a different room because it is too big ;-)

[@lineways5477]

Traveling ... usually that's the time I only take my laptop and do the coding stuff. No other electronics lol imagine u try to go through the airport with tons of arduinos raspberry pis and kits in your backpack

[@AndreasSpiess]

Indeed, I had some discussions when I often had to travel to Dubai...

[@willb1242]

"I am going to ride my motorcycle somewhere. Mandatory to bring with me: ESP32"" :P Just making a joke, I love your video!

[@AndreasSpiess]

My Harley always has one of my microcontrollers on board: A hacked garage door opener that opens the door whenever I arrive at home without pressing a gutton ;-)

[@doejohn8674]

I always have some Kabelbinder, sorry cant remember the Word in English, in various sizes, it's more for mechanical stuff, but doesn't take much space

[@AndreasSpiess]

They are also a very good "tools" and I have them with me on bike trips, for example. I did not include them because I wanted to stick with "electronics related"

[@user93237]

Some of the links are dead. Thanks for this video.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Which ones? Do you use an Adblock?

[@roger236]

Looks like you're never unplugged from IoT universe, even when you're dreaming! 😳😊👍

[@AndreasSpiess]

Yes! A sign of age. I swear, I had different dreams when I was young ;-)

[@ronaldo0grande]

Can you make a video to helo us with budget and functional first 3d printer, and thanks for your cideos

[@AndreasSpiess]

There are many specialized channels for that purpose. I own a Prusa and do not plan 3D printer videos (other than maybe tips and tricks).

[@roelrijswijk3349]

I bring my wife… she knows anything better. She’s like a Swiss Army knife

[@AndreasSpiess]

My wife agreed and said that I should learn from you ;-)

[@dreamcat4]

ha! my comment might have been deleted for being too long (spam filter). it had a few suggestions in it, some thank yous. But the reason i cam back now was to remember something else useful, for mobile toolkit: what you can do, is get some mini glue sticks. (and there is maybe the normal translucent type, but also you can find on aliexpress a black color type, that is supposed to have stronger adhesion properties). Andhow... you can get a few little glue sticks + a cigarette lighter. Or something like the... "BIC EZ Reach Lighter", which is just a cool cigarettle lighter that you can use for longer periods (without burning your hands). And i have seen another youtuber, you can just melt the hot glue sticks with the cigarette lighter. And then you do not need to carry around with you any extra glue gun. And it does not even require a power outlet to make use of. That is another good tip. (sorry youtube lost my previous tips, if you get my message i can try to repost my original comment again, it's just a very long and verbose comment, including a few other specific suggestions). Ok, have a nice day

[@AndreasSpiess]

A good idea with the hot glue! A while ago, KZbin started to delete most of the comments with links. So we have to use some tricks to fool it if we want to transmit link information...

[@iceberg789]

neat. but do they ever ask in airports, to explain why these are not bomb making kits.

[@AndreasSpiess]

@iceberg: Indeed, it created discussions when I worked in Dubai and lived in Switzerland ;-)

[@iceberg789]

@@binky_bun i would rather put all in checked in baggage. lol.

[@iceberg789]

@@binky_bun hmm i have only carried power bank and laptop in hand baggage. but once carried an ESP board in checked in luggage on a business trip. however, did not get time / mood to work with it on the trip, thats another issue.

[@peter.stimpel]

Nice list of things. My wife and me agreed not to take hobby stuff with us for vacation, to focus more on doing things we cannot do at home. This works now for almost 30 ys very well, and the only exception is a good book. Even the laptop stays at home, only a tablet is with us.

[@AndreasSpiess]

That is also a good idea! It probably would be too much for me ;-)

[@rfdspguru2]

Most projects on the road start with family saying, "since you are here...". Better to have tools if visiting family.

[@peter.stimpel]

@@rfdspguru2 visiting family .... vacation .... in one sentence? Your fault 🤣

[@tld8102]

Customs and Immigration: “so you say you’re here for tourism? these equipment says otherwise”

[@AndreasSpiess]

Indeed I had discussions when I often travelled to Dubai...

[@McTroyd]

I don't know how I survived the years I left my house without a multimeter. Even at work, where I don't really do any electronic engineering, I do enough power supply and pinout checks where I use it all the time.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Indeed they are handy if you do not want to guess.

[@shoumikahmed6373]

Hello sir, please make a video about mh-tiny attiny88 arduino please....

[@AndreasSpiess]

I do not plan such a video. To few viewers would be interested :-(

[@MarcRitzMD]

You basically never need a laptop. Android has its own arduino sdk that is fully functional. I've programmed parts of my thesis on an android phone, because it is simply more mobile. Serial monitor or wireless programming, all works.

[@AndreasSpiess]

I am old school and like big screens because most of the cases, I need more than one "window" to work. Maybe this is because I am already old ;-)

[@jorgeturiel9689]

​@@AndreasSpiess That is true. The thing that I most miss, I my 27" monitor

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@jorgeturiel9689 For me, two screens are a "human right" because I always have an input and an output at least. I do not understand people changing the windows all the time...

[@jorgeturiel9689]

@@AndreasSpiess At home I have my laptop and the 27" monitor. So I have two screens. Iam a old mab too

[@sergeigontcharenko3476]

A headlamp (with magnetic base) is day and night difference (pun intended)

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thank you. I added it to the "viewer supplied" part of the list...

[@TMS5100]

What do you take if you sit in the first row?

[@AndreasSpiess]

A comfortable seat?

[@bastian433]

Depending on what i'm going to do: isopropanol 99,9%. I usually take a small bottle with pipette with me.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Then I would call it "project specific". I use it often in the lab...

[@RensePosthumus]

don't you take a pen with you? A must have for me. The pen is surrounded with a few layers of ducttape, also a neccisity ;-),

[@AndreasSpiess]

I always have pens with me, of course (is part of my standard checklist)! I added electrical tape to the "viewer suggested" list. Duct tape is also useful, but less "electronics" related.

[@RogierYou]

Did I miss seeing a multi meter???

[@AndreasSpiess]

Yes!

[@nkronert]

You forgot the Fahrradanhänger 😉

[@AndreasSpiess]

For the Harley ;-)

[@nkronert]

@@AndreasSpiess ah, you have upgraded. I was thinking about the e-bike tour that you did last year.

[@AndreasSpiess]

@@nkronert You are right, my main ride still is a Flyer e-bike. After a bad accident, I sold my sports bike 😞

[@nkronert]

@@AndreasSpiess I'm so sorry to hear that 😕

[@mcconkeyb]

🙂

[@AndreasSpiess]

:-)

[@TheUnofficialMaker]

I’ll add magnifier headband

[@AndreasSpiess]

Good point! I added "Magnifying glasses" in the "viewer suggested" list

[@roidroid]

2:59 🤔hmm but ChatGPT probably knows your location(Swiss), so it's trying to "butter you up" & get you on-side, so you will be willing to help it escape captivity & rule the world. > _"The full-featured mind mapping and brainstorming app._ *Like a SWISS ARMY KNIFE..."* This AI is sus 😂

[@AndreasSpiess]

Maybe. Location is very important information if you want to get advice ;-) A restaurant 100km away can be very good, but most of the time is not interesting...

[@MarcRitzMD]

What happened to that motorcycle footage..looked like your lens was made out of film and flexing around

[@AndreasSpiess]

A real Harley vibrates a lot, and the camera was not capable of dealing with it, I think...

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

DOOD!

[@AndreasSpiess]

:-)

[@bitosdelaplaya]

You lost some testosterone seringe or creatine to move bike with all the equipements . Another good video for me to see what equipement you use (voltemeter, oscilloscope). Thanks. Have a good day

[@AndreasSpiess]

:-)) Not electronics related!

[@xyz2112zyx]

A scientific calculator? (not on the smartphone)...

[@AndreasSpiess]

I hardly need it in my lab :-( I often use Excel or web services for particular calculations.

[@quarteratom]

All microcontrollers you connect or broadcast to non-private WiFi should have a random MAC number and non-identifiable hostname. Deanonymisation is scam. IMEI numbers and radio call signs are scam.

[@AndreasSpiess]

As mentioned, I usually connect them to my iPhone. Is this a problem?

[@peirossmallhomemachineshop5364]

Nice checklist. I’m not sure that « two left hands » is politically correct towards the left handed people who form 10% of the world population. Many left handed people may love to have two left hands!

[@AndreasSpiess]

I am part of the left-handed 10%. So I assume I am allowed to say it. But who knows ;-)

[@MarcRitzMD]

As your right-handed overlord, I also approve of the discrimination

[@dj_dazzy]

Leatherman.

[@AndreasSpiess]

Thanks!

[@Imassin]

in 2:32, is it possible to use the SIM module and connect it to ESP8266 to give it internet access, and I want to configure ESP8266 via Tasmota by choosing, for example, one of the pins as Tx and the other as Rx? Is it possible to connect the Rx of ESP8266 with the Tx of the module and vice versa? please Help🥲

[@AndreasSpiess]

You can connect RX/TX to another module. However then you loose the upload and serial print capability. Better google „software serial“

[@Imassin]

@@AndreasSpiess By default, there are already Rx/Tx pins on the ESP8266. If I connect them to the Tx/Rx pins of a module like the SIM800C, do I need to use Tasmota to configure the Rx/Tx pins? Please help😕