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# Tools Needed for Assembly

Overview of the tools and equipment needed to assemble a Core64 kit.

This kit requires some basic electronics tools. It is helpful to have a clear and bright workspace, and perhaps some magnification for your eyes. **The cores are small and you don't want to loose them!**

![The basic tools needed. Shown with the typical Core Board kit components.](https://699013105-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MQdPFfouM2ulKSFIJJM%2F-MQx30nzksM2swslSXwv%2F-MQx4a9mMZM1jdIW0KdC%2FCB%20Assembly%20Supplies.jpeg?alt=media\&token=c5f01bc0-ca6c-49d6-982e-59a868957ee4)

TOOLS: PCB holder, soldering pencil, fume extractor, tip cleaner, tweezers, blunt tip plastic pointer, small flush-cut wire cutter, sharp hobby knife, multimeter

SUPPLIES: Solder (1/32 or 1/16"), flux pen, isopropyl alcohol, q-tips, Kimwipes or similar lint-free towel

OPTIONAL: Ruler, scissors, magnifier, flux remover, task light

Pause and take a deep breath! Proceed slowly, be careful, and make it count! I want you to be happy with your results, and I know this is going to be a challenging kit if it is your first time weaving core memory. **Please don't rush it.** Take frequent breaks. I do NOT recommend completing it in one sitting. Gentle persistance will get you through the weaving process.