Frankenware: Modern flash storage on vintage computers: IDE to CF, SD, SATA & SSD

I compare and contrast the various options for replacing mechanical hard drives on vintage computers. I review and test the following options: IDE to CF, IDE to SD, & a IDE to SATA adapter with a Solid State Drive. Comparing reliability, speed, and cost.

Here is a list of the materials recommended and equipment I use in my lab:

SSD/SATA to IDE converter
https://amzn.to/3Suo3bP

SSD HARD RIVE
Kingston 120GB
https://amzn.to/3ShHkfq

SATA/IDE TO USB 3.0 (To connect HDs to modern computers for imaging)
https://amzn.to/42mbKSf

DESOLDERING GUN:
Hakko FR301-03/P Desoldering Tool
https://amzn.to/47PMsNF

SOLDERING STATION:
KSGER T12 Soldering Iron Station
https://amzn.to/3Sv2Qyl

CAPACITORS:
I recommend buying Nichicon or Panasonic brand from either Digikey or Mouser.

Solder:
Kester Solder 63/37 .015 Dia. 1LB Spool
https://amzn.to/3SwS1Mz

Flux:
https://amzn.to/49arpq5

Soldering Iron Tip Cleaner
https://amzn.to/47Np8zN

Solder Wick
https://amzn.to/42eKrsQ

FAN:
KOTTO Solder Smoke Absorber
https://amzn.to/3UdPEPL

MULTIMETER
FLUKE-101 Digital Multimeter
https://amzn.to/3ugc6Nw

SNIPS:
Klein Tools D275-5 Pliers, Diagonal Cutting Pliers with Precision Flush Cutter
https://amzn.to/3HuKF5R

SOLDERING MAT:
Premium Heat Resistant 932°F Silicone Soldering Mat
https://amzn.to/4b9lFi0

ESD WORK STATION MAT:
https://amzn.to/3SwUOp1

ESD FLOOR MAT:
https://amzn.to/3SvmHgU

MICROSCOPE
AmScope SM-4TZ-144A Professional Trinocular Stereo Zoom Microscope w/ Light
https://amzn.to/497q8QA

WORKSTATION
The workstation I got from Uline, they call it their "Deluxe Workstation" with ESD top and customizable accessories.