[Elecraft] Demagnetizing Tools?

[Steve Lawrence]

Well, I'm delighted to report that a hand-held video tape bulk eraser did 
a fine job on demagnetizing several hand tools.  I was surprised how 
strong the field was from my old RS bulk eraser.  My flush cutting pliers 
literally leaped from my hand when the eraser was activated... scrambling 
to regain control, I waved the pliers in the field of the eraser for 
several seconds then slowly withdrew the eraser to an arms length stretch 
before deactivating the electromagnet.

Component lead clippings no longer cling to the pliers... success!

Steve
aa8af

[Be sure to take a mechanical watch off your wrist before trying this at 
home!]