| Tool | Purpose | |------|---------| | | Creates electrical paths without heat (critical for heat-sensitive substrates). | | Pad repair kit | Assorted copper shapes (round, rectangular, odd). | | Micro-grinder with diamond bits | Precisely exposes inner layers without cutting through. | | UV curing light & solder mask | Protects repaired areas from moisture and shorts. | | Fiberglass scratch brush | Cleans and roughens surfaces for epoxy adhesion. | | Curing iron (low temp, 100-150°C) | Speeds up epoxy cure without damaging board. |