Soldering Iron

[Jlov]

Looking to buy a good soldering iron. Thx Jeff

[Savage Skidoo]

I just bought this one for $100 IMGA0232.jpgIMGA0233.jpg i have 18 new Nano's that i'm doing and the 2028 with the CC 200Hv esc , should be a breeze .

[Fluid]

Or for a lot less than $100....
I've been using a Weller 40 amp iron with 1/4" chisel tip for years, it works great. Some like more amps and that's fine, the real secret is the wide chisel tip and high quality solder (57/43). And of course, you have to know how to solder - even the best tools won't mask a poor technique.


Nice station BTW.
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[properchopper]

Or for a lot less than $100....
I've been using a Weller 40 amp iron with 1/4" chisel tip for years, it works great. Some like more amps and that's fine, the real secret is the wide chisel tip and high quality solder (57/43). And of course, you have to know how to solder - even the best tools won't mask a poor technique.


Nice station BTW.
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Absolutely I used to dread soldering. Bounced around from one device to another and my solder joints looked awful. Then at the 2012 FE Nat's a respected racer recommended this

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/s...ring%20station

It was B/O at the USA warehouse (more are currently in transit to the location) and I finally scored one. It's a knockoff of the more expensive ($89) original. Comes with a needle tip but for $10 on Ebay I got a 10-pack of assorted tips and now it's in constant use. I don't dread soldering anymore and my solder joints are quite nice. As Jay pointed out, technique is all important regardless of which device you use. It literally took me years (I'm a slow learner) to find what works for me but my personal "system" combined with this device, my favorite solder, and a few other tricks makes soldering way less intimidating for me.

[ron1950]

i am with tony on this one....although I have the 89 dollar one...a solding station is the way to go....darn thing gets silver solder melted in about one second and works great....

[J.W. Pepper]

i am with tony on this one....although I have the 89 dollar one...a solding station is the way to go....darn thing gets silver solder melted in about one second and works great....

...a solding station is the way to go...
+1

Bought a Weller station (TC202 base w/TC201P wand) back in 1984, still going strong. Here's a used one... http://www.ebay.com/itm/WELLER-TC202...item19eb6bbb6d - don't know the seller, threw that out so you could see what they look like - it was long ago replaced by something newer.

600F / 700F / 800F tips of every shape / size you could ask for still widely avail on the net - http://www.apexhandtools.com/brands/...t2=PT%20Series

Solders / unsolders all sizes of bullets, Trax connectors and any / everything else I could ask of it with ease.
Trust me, spend the xtra $$ to start with (preferably on USA made product) and you'll never look back

My 2C FWIW

[Alexgar]

Bought a 30 something $ velleman from Frye do a google search there Like 20$now 50watts and adjustable great deal

[Jlov]

Thx all for the suggestions. Found this brand new in box on my local Craigslist for $40. Originally $120 at Radio Shack.

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[boredom.is.me]

I just ordered this. It is three times the price of the HK one, but it is in stock and has a digital temperature display and extra tips.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/301046716823?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

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[ray schrauwen]

I am very hard on soldering irons it seems... I've burnt out my orange Weller 80watt. They have newer ones on ebay for about $30 to USA, $50 to Canada

I also have a Weller soldering station but, do not know how to use it or know how to set it up for soldering heavy wire like 8G or 10G wire.

If I post a pic can you guys fill in the blanks please??

[ray schrauwen]

It's a Weller EC1001 and goes up to 850 degrees. The iron has a pointed tip.

Any advice is very welcome.

[properchopper]

It's a Weller EC1001 and goes up to 850 degrees. The iron has a pointed tip.

Any advice is very welcome.

Ray,

A chisel tip works real good on connectors. Check EBay or here :

http://www.stanleysupplyservices.com/plato-interchangeable-with-weller-et-series-tips/g/99

[Fella1340]

Hi Ray, it's a good unit. I used to use one till it had a big fall. Need a good chisel tip on it, 60 watts so it's not quite as quick on the 8mm connectors but will do the job with a good tip, crank it up and go

[ray schrauwen]

Thanks to both of you! I might be able to buy a tip local at Sayal electronics.

[J.W. Pepper]

It's a Weller EC1001 and goes up to 850 degrees. The iron has a pointed tip.

Any advice is very welcome.

Ray,
I have that wand also (TC201P), you can find tips here... http://www.apexhandtools.com/brands/...t2=PT%20Series - plenty of choices.

Unscrew the barrel at the base of the handle - it's knurled, slide it up and the tip pops right out. I have several for my unit for various needs.

Great unit, think you'll like it, wish mine had adjustable temp. Your model came out several years after I got mine.