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Electronics Workbench file structure [closed]

I have searched for information about the .ewb file structure, but I have come to nothing. I opened it with notepad and it´s ciphered, by no known public cipher I know. Can someone give me an advice ...
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how to use a spectrum analyzer?

This is a new topic to me so it would be great if someone could give me a few pointers. I have an amplifier that I would like to get the frequency response for and a spectrum analyser with Probes A, ...
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What should I look for when shopping for an ESD bench mat?

I would like to get an anti-static mat for my bench top and found these two: DigiKey: Table mat ESD blue 2X4' rubber Mouser: Antistatic Control Products 2X4' blue table mat What should I look for ...
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Prepackaged solutions for voltage step-down [closed]

I want to buy this eventually; http://www.vellemanusa.com/products/view/?id=524708 Howver, it's rated for 10V max. Is there a more or less prepackaged solution for voltage stepdown? I can build ...
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How can I identify lead-free solder if it's unpackaged?

Is there a test to determine whether solder is leaded or lead-free? Perhaps conductivity/resistance?
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What do people use to hold an object in place while being worked on?

I would like to know what people usually do when trying to solder wires together, and hold small things in place while you fasten them together, etc. I can picture one or more vices attached to a ...
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How to store all those spare cables and connector cords?

One thing that it seems I have many of are cords and connector/patch cables. I don't want to throw out all of them, but am looking for useful storage tips? Most are under 6 foot / 2 metres long, ...
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EMI: CFLs vs Incandescent Lights in Your Lab?

Being a green-oriented treehugger, I've put in all CFL lights in my house. Just as much light for about 1/4 or 1/3 the power. Nice, but flourescent lights put out a lot of EMI. Does this cause ...
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What is the best Magnifier to use for general electronics duties

I am looking for a magnifier tool for an electronics workbench and was wondering what sort of product would be best. The device must be an all-rounder capable of doing some SMT as well as through ...