Originally Posted by
stardognine
Actually, I've used those finger cots before. 😲😉 I worked for a short time, at a GE/Sylvania headlight making factory, re-soldering leads inside the glass, that weren't soldered quite right the first time. This is done with a spot welder & large magnifying glass. The finger cots are to keep your skin's grease & grime off the parts, and full gloves would be really hot, making your hands sweat way worse.
We now return you to your regularly scheduled program. 😁😉
BITD, I worked in aerospace electronics. All the workers who did PCB fabrication wore finger cots.
I remember walking to my car with a new co-worker, who commented "there sure is a lot 'action' at this place" prompted by all the finger cots littering the parking lot. I had to explain to her what they were. Embarassing for both of us....