Allen B Du Mont 224-A Oscilloscope Open Chassis

DuMont: Part Two – An Allen B Du Mont 224-A Restoration

Last weekend, I delved deeper into my restoration project of the Allen B Du Mont 224-A Oscilloscope, with the goal of finally getting it open, checking it for safety, and powering it on. The journey was filled with challenges, but ultimately, it was a successful one.

Revolutionizing PCB Assembly: The Power of Precision Solder Paste Application

Effective solder paste application is a critical step in the PCB assembly process that can impact the reliability and performance of your final product.

Du Mont 224-A Oscilloscope Original Front Pannel

DuMont: Part One – An Allen B Du Mont 224-A Restoration

Recently, I had the opportunity to acquire a Du Mont 224-A Oscilloscope and I decided to take on the project of restoring it to its former glory. This blog series will document my journey of restoring this vintage instrument and will provide a glimpse into the history of electronic measurement.

Splicing cut tape

2 Become 1: Splicing Cut Tape Together

Splicing cut tape is an essential step in the PCB assembly process, and it is the process of joining two pieces of cut tape to make a single piece.

Soldering Station and Safety Equipment

Soldering: Basic Soldering Safety

SAFETY RULES FOR SOLDERING USE CARE WHILE SOLDERING. You should know that soldering irons are HOT! That means you will get burned. It’s okay, everyone gets burned a few times when starting out, but just be careful. You may also need to use tweezers or clamps to help hold things in place while you’re working….