mech keyboard -> get good pcb keyboard -> pluck keys and switches -> swap with required switches - profit?

via/qmk - mostly for symbol layer qmk eats up battery fast

65-60% better. DIY depends on 3D printer/service + switches - expensive but worth it?

Monitor - 27 inch 1440p 120Hz (since gpu) - need trial of legion VA vs IPS + samsung g5 server plans - dell precision tower - near 30k used ig + 2029 - a lot of cheap ram should be coming up.

Boyo mic which is attachable Some 4k 60fps kinda recording device + lighting bar. Raspberry pi 3E or latest model or zero (haven’t decided + klipper for 3d printer)

Current idea for server is basically 1-2 1/2U 19inch rack server 3-4 thin client with max ram (mostly 64 -> 32*2) network switch - still don’t have idea here 19inch 10U can be 3d printed + casing for thin clients power railing needs to be looked into + will require solar setup. https://www.tradeindia.com/products/dell-server-r630-c10580096.html indiamart sudobox/electroniksindia After a bit more research + given my home, might be better to do a tower pc + sff or laptops (Need a bit more research here since those are meant for short usage - not long running usage + spicy pilows) thin clients are also fine - but the adapter will drive me mad lol

overall cost will be near 3-4L (including solar panels setup)

Current 3d printer issues - Centauri Carbon is good for single engineering filament (basically what I want) but they moved to cc2 + lack of parts (super pita) - manually open - open centauri + mods next one will be q1 pro or q2 - not directly available + parts - but it’s open A1 is good but no engineering + not open. And I’d prefer if I can one with chamber - since abs/asa or cf will require that. Under 50k stuffs hard in this country filamentcolors.xyz - for colour analysis later for hueforge kinda work

  1. Teaching Tech – 3D Printing for Beginners playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqRUdq5ULsOwW9G08jV43YTdMyqJ6xGB Best starting playlist for complete beginners.
  2. Teaching Tech – Complete beginner’s guide to 3D printing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-Z3GmM20JM Covers assembly, printer tour, slicing, levelling and first prints.
  3. Teaching Tech – Beginner’s guide to slicers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkeKWvKdGjo For understanding layer height, infill, supports, wall loops and orientation.
  4. Maker’s Muse – 12 years of 3D printing advice in 30 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBz8qvj8MgI Good practical advice after the basics.
  5. Maker’s Muse – Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MakersMuse Useful for beginner tips, mistakes and practical printing knowledge.
  6. Teaching Tech – 3D Design for 3D Printing playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqRUdq5ULsONnjEEPeBxxStEsobDKAtV Watch this after they understand printing basics.
  7. CNC Kitchen – Channel https://www.youtube.com/cnckitchen Best for strength, material testing and advanced understanding.
  8. CNC Kitchen – Strength Tests playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEOQTmIWJ_rncRcWmjQIvMKFAeM071CXM For learning infill, wall count, strength and functional parts.

personal notes for 3d printing: https://www.reddit.com/r/ElegooCentauriCarbon/comments/1t0x8r3/surface_quality_help/

questions:

  1. why does wifi option show dhcp - I thought dhcp was for routers - since it’s used for assigning local IP
  2. How to log IP or network drops even for stremio kind of p2p networks

Need a solder station with smd + solder - but would I have time to plaay around here? Also need to setup some monitor for commonly repairable parts - which I can buy on clearance sales ig Yeah that sale monitor needs to go on that site as soon as possible

stocks/trading cpi/wpi + iip for checking inflation and productions for overall sentiment iip is looking bad for primary goods - but no historical data? also no clue what normal ranges are sarisa + other methods needs to be looked into - should’ve written it down somewhere

multimeter and other components https://techenclave.com/t/finally-i-found-a-good-and-cheap-multimeter-s/420607 https://www.reddit.com/r/electronics/comments/1uf93w4/i_made_a_1kw_lab_bench_power_supply_from_scratch/

# Electronics Bench Layout

## Bench Dimensions

### Minimum (Temporary Setup)

- Width: 120 cm (4 ft)
- Depth: 60 cm (2 ft)

Suitable for:

- Laptop
- Multimeter
- Soldering iron
- Small electronics projects

---

## Recommended Bench ⭐

- Width: 180 cm (6 ft)
- Depth: 75–80 cm (2.5–2.7 ft)
- Height: 75–80 cm

Fits comfortably:

- Oscilloscope
- Bench PSU
- Multimeter
- Microscope
- Laptop / PC
- Soldering station
- Hot air station
- PCB holder

---

## Dream Bench

- Width: 240 cm (8 ft)
- Depth: 90 cm (3 ft)
- Height: 75–80 cm

Provides enough space for:

- Multiple monitors
- Oscilloscope
- Bench PSU
- Bench DMM
- Logic analyzer
- Microscope
- Large motherboards
- Small mechanical assembly

---

# Recommended Layout

```text
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Scope        PSU       Multimeter                        │
│                                                          │
│                                                          │
│                                                          │
│            Main Working Area                             │
│                                                          │
│                                                          │
│ Soldering Station          Microscope                    │
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
```

---

# Vertical Storage (Highly Recommended)

## Upper Shelf

Place:

- Oscilloscope
- Bench PSU
- Logic analyzer
- Speakers

## Pegboard

Store:

- Pliers
- Screwdrivers
- Tweezers
- Probes
- Calipers
- Wrenches

## Under-table Drawers

Store:

- Flux
- Solder
- Tips
- Components
- Wires
- Spare probes

---

# Bench Construction

## Tabletop

Preferred materials:

- Hardwood
- Laminated plywood (18–25 mm)
- Solid-core worktop

Avoid:

- Thin particle board
- Glass

## Frame

Preferred:

- Steel frame
- Heavy-duty aluminum profile
- Thick hardwood legs

---

# Electronics Bench Requirements

- ESD-safe mat
- Good lighting
- Power strip under desk
- USB charging points
- Ventilation
- Cable management
- Magnifier lamp

---

# Workshop Separation

## Clean Bench

Use for:

- Electronics
- Soldering
- Microscopy
- Battery testing
- Programming

## Dirty Bench

Use for:

- Woodworking
- Grinding
- Drilling
- Metalwork
- Car repairs

## Separate Room (Optional)

Use for:

- 3D printers
- Filament storage
- Resin printing
- CNC equipment

---

# Space Recommendation

| Area | Recommended Size |
|--------|----------------:|
| Electronics bench | 180–200 × 75–80 cm |
| Mechanical bench | 150–180 × 75–90 cm |
| 3D printing corner | 100 × 60 cm |
| Walkway behind bench | 90–120 cm |

---

# Final Recommendation

For a long-term hobby/prototype lab:

- Electronics bench: **200 × 80 cm**
- Mechanical bench: **180 × 90 cm**
- Separate 3D-printing area
- Shelves and pegboards for vertical storage
- At least 1 meter of free movement space around the benches