German Creates the PERFECT Workshop/Lab?!.....And So Can You!

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In this video I will show you my new lab/workshop. Finally the house project was finished and it was time to move; but how to set up the new lab? Well, during the last 6 months I prepared it and now turned it into my ideal work space. I want to share with you how exactly I did it so that you might get inspired to improve your own lab/workshop ;-) Let's get started!

0:00 A New Lab/Workshop?
0:59 Intro
1:48 Lighting
3:43 Workbenches
5:13 Storage (3D Printed Wall Cabinets)
8:18 Storage (Big Shelves)
9:34 More Storage Solutions
10:50 Additional Tips
11:23 Verdict

[horiciOwO]

Legends says if you say Wago three times in a mirror a german man shows up at 3am and rewires your entire house

[ganopterygon]

7:10 I use a system of coordinates on my storage A1, A2, A3… B1, B2, B3…, and I keep a spreadsheet with all the information of every component including the quantity available, the package, and some characteristics like voltage, current, input offset, tolerance, etc. depending on the type of component. This way any new project and I can quickly check what I have available and that needs to be purchased and I no longer have to try to remember what I have or look into a ton of ESD bags stored in different containers it makes a world of difference. It might sound a little bit excessive but after 25 years doing electronics it is worth it. :)

[timthomas]

I'm retired after 30 years in electronics. Started out in the US Navy as an Engineer then went into Comm & Satcom systems. then another 22 years in Consumer TV VCR Cameras CB etc then my last job was in access control, gate systems and DVR-Camera systems. When I bought my house 10 years ago all we had was a satellite dish and a single phone line in the Master BR. Now it has a full distribution system in every roon, Cable TV and local antenna, Gigabit cable modem, Cisco 24 port switch, and 20 cameras.
It's time to get a shop setup again. Since I'm near the ocean again, I'm looking into getting a shop setup for fixing Marine radios, NAV and radar equipment. It may be a hobby for me but I can still recoup some of the costs of my equipment by fixing the NEIGHBOR's stuff.

[MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, dude! Your lab and workshop both look amazing! 😃
Mine is divided as well, but it's a freaking mess right now... I hope I can organize it soon. 😬
Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[JeffGeerling]

06:56 wow, that is dedication to 3D printed storage! With how nice your storage wall looks... I might have to go that route instead of the little plastic boxes next time.

[seanjackson]

A decade. Wow. I've been a fan from the beginning. Nice lab upgrade. I'm looking forward to seeing what you continue producing. Thank you for your work!

[NFMorley]

3D printing the naming labels too is a fantastic idea, and I'm def stealing that for my next upgrade - I'm a bit particular when it comes to labelling things around my space, and always get annoyed by stickers falling off or just looking a bit rubbish.

[joveaaron-real]

I'm building one too! I have a reasonable electronics knowledge but I think it's good enough for my age (15 years old). I'm struggling with expensive tools like oscilloscopes. My parents won't help me buy stuff for myself, but I'm slowly saving up money to get an oscilloscope and other things. A local hardware store sold me some component drawers and I'm almost done building up my budget lab. I very much enjoyed the video!

[Artogon]

This is simply a work of Art. Im dreaming of a setup like this. Once i have my own house (somewhere in the future) i want to do stuff like this. You are living my dream and i cant be happier for a stranger.

[jaysonbecosacer]

Your new lab is amazing! Watching this video is really therapeutic for me, especially when it comes to organizing every tool and equipment that are readily available on the workbench. I hope I can also customize my own electronics lab in the future. I'll definitely watch this video as a guide!

[forcovers]

It had been 4 years watching & learning by your videos, from only speech type to exposing your face on video... your content never fails to impress & feed us with newest version of knowledge possible with logical testing approach❤... love from india

[eduardofelippone]

I love your new lab. Unfortunately, in my country we don't have any Ikea products, but seeing your designs help a lot by suggesting new ideas. Great Job, and please, don't stop creating videos on your channel!!!!

[ToniPlays_]

If I had a workshop like that, I wouldn't leave that room in weeks. Pretty much what I'd make if I had the space to

Great job from the Great Scott

[PhG]

Waw, did I enjoy this video! It also inspires me, since I'm in the dry wall/plastering/sanding fase of an extension. Great Scott has great ingenuity and crafstmanship!

[abrarahmed]

I love this workshop! Currently studying electronic engineering a lot because of your videos, but hope to make my own workshop like this. Currently working out of my shed 😂

I can see this will further improve your content, and can’t wait to see it.

Love from the UK

[TomTom-tyej]

I love it! I wish I could make a similar lab for myself one day. Fantastic thing is when you can live from your hobby.

[kuro]

German houses are so well made and spacious. This kind of thing would be an absolute nightmare in the UK. Congrats.

[Ironmarcoz]

Amazing lab Scott!!, greetings from Dominican Republic

[DLSDKING]

Few suggestions...
1)Add a fall guard to the table with open back access, you dont want your equipment or stuff falling backside of table.
2)For bulk 3d prints, i would not use 0.4mm nozzle, rather a 0.8mm or 0.6mm. You can save nearly more than half of time in printing.
3) An air purifier is optional but improve maintenance of lab.
4) For SMT resistors and capacitors, if you are only gonna use manual assembly, i would recommend tiny transparent pill bottles like homepathy pill bottles. The paper on the reel disintegrates and takes more space.

[theodoros_]

Your new workshop looks so clean and organized! Great job!