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Helping Hands

What are Helping Hands?

Helping Hands are adjustable workbench tools consisting of weighted bases with flexible metal arms that end in alligator clips or other gripping mechanisms. They are designed to hold small components, circuit boards, wires, or workpieces in place during soldering, assembly, or repair work. These tools typically feature multiple articulated arms that can be positioned at various angles, allowing makers and electronics technicians to work hands-free while maintaining precise positioning of delicate parts.