Soldering 5.5 mm bullet connectors- best way

[AB Bob]

I'm going to be converting my batteries to 5.5 mm bullet connectors.
I'm wondering what type iron and what type tip would be the best for this action.
Thanks for your input!
Bob

[revoltrunner]

here's what I use , works great.

[AB Bob]

Thanks for your reply.
Do you use any type of jig to hold things while you do the soldering? I was wondering if those so called "helping hands" were worth their $$$ ?

[revoltrunner]

I just put the bullet in vise grip pliers laying on
a hunk of board. just clamp it lightly though.

[785boats]

I just drilled a set of holes in the corner of my bench for 4mm 5.5mm & 8mm male & female bullets. A snug fit & deep enough to hold them upright. Free.

[flraptor07]

I've got this Maxtra 952D, I've had it for almost 2 years now and it's worked flawless. Can't beat it for the $, and I really like the hot air wand for doing heat shrink. http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-In-1-SMD-H...item2577af7e83

[flraptor07]

Also have one of these, one of the handiest tools I've ever bought! http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/231333329388?lpid=82

[Brewbud]

I have a board I drilled for both the male and female plugs similar to what 785boats is doing. I use my 60W solder station. There are several nicely detailed youtube videos out there that will help.

[Brewbud]

Also have one of these, one of the handiest tools I've ever bought! http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/231333329388?lpid=82

That jig looks pretty handy!

[revoltrunner]

Also have one of these, one of the handiest tools I've ever bought! http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/231333329388?lpid=82

that's pretty neat , I like the warning better though....lol
Note: Aluminum is a conductive material, never place 2 plugs from the same battery pack in Mr Jig simultaneously or Else it would goes up in Fire

[AB Bob]

I just put the bullet in vise grip pliers laying on
a hunk of board. just clamp it lightly though.

Quick, easy and heavy enough not to move around. Thanks for the idea.

[AB Bob]

I just drilled a set of holes in the corner of my bench for 4mm 5.5mm & 8mm male & female bullets. A snug fit & deep enough to hold them upright. Free.

I like "free" a lot! Thanks.

[AB Bob]

Also have one of these, one of the handiest tools I've ever bought! http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/231333329388?lpid=82

I like that Maxtra station! Very nice. I like that jig too. I think I could benefit from that. Thanks.

[AB Bob]

I have a board I drilled for both the male and female plugs similar to what 785boats is doing. I use my 60W solder station. There are several nicely detailed youtube videos out there that will help.

Seems that between 60W and 100W would be the ideal wattage...Thanks.

[AB Bob]

that's pretty neat , I like the warning better though....lol
Note: Aluminum is a conductive material, never place 2 plugs from the same battery pack in Mr Jig simultaneously or Else it would goes up in Fire

Good point!