Tool list .rookie team

[Lireal]

Originally Posted by ollien

Since you're on a budget, I'm going to go the route we went for a couple years. We didn't have access to a space where we could set up permanent bench tools, so here's a list of essential hand tools.

• Wire Strippers
• Wire Cutters
• Crimpers
• Pliers
• Socket Wrench Set
• Allen key set
• Drill/Impact Driver
• Drill bit/hex sets for the drill/impact driver
• Jigsaw
• Angle Grinder

I'm probably missing a few, but these are what I can think of off the top of my head.

It's not a tool, but make sure to have plenty of hardware like bolts/nuts/etc.

In addition to these, you should also have a drill press and bandsaw. They are necessary for the majority of our manufacturing.

[ollien]

Originally Posted by Lireal

In addition to these, you should also have a drill press and bandsaw. They are necessary for the majority of our manufacturing.

I would definitely suggest these, but I'm not sure about what their budget constraints are. They did say "minimal" budget. That's why I went the hand tools route.