[Elecraft] K3 Kit Wisdom

[Gary W. Hvizdak]

Earlier today Bill (W2BLC) wrote .

"Use an egg carton for separation of the hardware."

--- - - - ---

WARNING!  WARNING!  WARNING!

Proper ESD precautions dictate that plastic or foam shouldn't be anywhere
near your ESD safe work area.  Technically, "not anywhere near" means at
least a foot away although I would suggest at least three, but preferable
six feet away so that it's not within arm's reach.

Therefore, DO NOT USE a plastic or a foam egg carton to sort/organize
hardware!  Only use a recycled paper egg cartoon, although I prefer a "mini"
muffin tin for this purpose.  In hindsight, a recycled paper egg carton
might be better from an ESD perspective, although a paper carton might
contain acids that can lead to corrosion over time.  (Probably not a concern
for someone who completes their K3 within 24 hours, but I had to set mine
aside for a couple of months mid-build due to health reasons.)

73,
Gary  KI4GGX