Essential equipment for beginner DIY Apple device repairs?
Tekst:
Hi all. I'm not new to DIY/taking things apart and putting them back together, but generally stayed away from tinkering with electronics, for obvious reasons.
I ''would'' like to start learning - my initial aim is ***maintenance, care and cleaning*** of my tech to extend its lifespan, though repairs and upgrades in the future would be cool. I learn best by doing, so I hope you can advise me on essentials for getting started.
As the title suggests, this will be mostly Apple devices and things like PS4 controllers.
***Example things I'd like to be able to do:***
* clean dust build up out of overheating MacBook Pro with loud fans
** (based on [link|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bc0XwXm1NBw|this video|new_window=true], I'm dubious of the methods but the dust build up inside is what interested me)
* fix stick drift on DualShock4 controllers
* eventually in the future, replace cracked screen on old iPad Pro (too expensive to be worth servicing - I'd rather learn)
***What I'm thinking of purchasing:***
* [product|IF145-198-9|iOpener kit|new_window=true]
* [product|IF145-257-1|Anti-Static Project Tray|new_window=true]
* [product|IF145-271-4|Anti-Static Brush|new_window=true]
* [product|IF145-475-1|Moray Precision Driver Kit|new_window=true] (I'm looking at this one over Minnow as there's a bunch of less important little gadgets and tech I have lying around that need precision screws and I'd rather not have to learn later something ''almost'' fits)
* [product|IF145-502-1|Precision Electronic Screwdriver|new_window=true]
***My questions:***
# Are there any other essentials you think are must-haves for my usage?
# Is getting anti-static items meaningless without ESD mats/straps?
# Are ESD mats/straps necessary for my use cases, and are risks of lack of proper set up the same across them?
# If ESD precautions are necessary, can you recommend an 'entry-level' and budget friendly way to set up a workspace?
# Is the electronic screwdriver safe to use from an ESD standpoint, or should I skip it?
# Anything else I should absolutely know, but might not know I need to know it? :-)
This would give me a great starting point for further research and questions so I'd really value your input. No pressure to answer all of my questions.
Thanks in advance!