CHAPTER 8 ■ CLIPS AND TEST LEADS
Obtaining Hook Clips
Clips are available in many sizes and colors (see Figure 8-3). Beyond the “alligator” style, there’s the mini IC
hook, which is smaller and tends to hold onto wires a little better (see Figure 8-4). For these reasons, you’ll
probably use hooks more often than alligator clips.
Sometimes the end of a hook bends flat during use. It becomes more like a letter ‘L’ than a letter ‘J.’
It’s not supposed to be that way. Bend it back. When the hook retracts, it should fit into the hole in the end
notch.
Purchase at least five medium alligator and five mini IC hook jumper leads (see Table 8-1). They are
available in a variety of colors. Try to obtain red, black, and at least one other color.
Figure 8-3. Top to bottom: large alligator, medium alligator, mini IC (hook), micro IC (hook)
Figure 8-4. Close-up of hook