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Third Hands

These tools give a stable, hands‑free way to hold printed‑circuit boards, components or small assemblies while you work. A flat PCB holder lets the board rest on the bench, providing precise positioning for soldering, probing or inspection, while magnetic or articulated versions add extra clamping points and can be adjusted to suit irregular shapes. Integrated alligator clips, coolant‑tube adapters and flexible arms enable secure gripping and easy routing of fluids or wires, making the setup adaptable for prototyping, repair and teaching environments. The designs focus on solid bases, reliable clamps and simple assembly, so they blend smoothly with existing workstations and reduce the need for improvised supports.

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Flexible Coolant Pipe - 1ft (1/2")

Code: SKU-001844

These plastic Flexible Coolant Pipes have been primarily used to spray refrigeration or washing fluid for machine tools but thanks to their articulation they can be used in a multitude of different ways as well.

$ 5.95

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Magnetic Third-Hand Kit

Code: SKU-009182

If you need an extra pair of hands (or three!) to help with the delicate, detailed work, you will appreciate this magnetic third-hand kit.

$ 146.95

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SparkFun Third Hand Kit

Code: SKU-001134

Are you frustrated with the lack of dexterity from most third hands? The SparkFun Third Hand gives you the ability to hold a board between two alligator clips on two flexible arms with multiple points of articulation.

$ 67.95

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SparkFun Third Hand Parts

Code: SKU-001249

This parts kit allows you to modify a coolant hose into an additional hand for your SparkFun Third Hand.

$ 4.00

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Stickvise PCB Vise

Code: SKU-006839

These flat PCB holders are great because your hands can rest directly on the table for fine soldering and probing.

$ 105.95

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Third Hand

Code: SKU-000380

This is a solderer's best helper the third hand. Comes with a heavy base two alligator clips a soldering iron holder and a good magnifying glass. Note that we don't normally need a third hand. It's nice but soldering flat on a table works just fine.

$ 29.95

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