Soldering Iron

polkatese
polkatese Posts: 6,767
edited July 2008 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
Anyone has a spare one (in working condition, of course) that you want to sell? I misplaced mine and don't feel like to buy a new one.

TIA..
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited July 2008
    What size?

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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited July 2008
    30-40 watts or higher, as long as it fits the tiny tip to get behind pots, a station type would be a plus, not necessary though..

    Thanks.
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited July 2008
    You can pick up one for $10 at Sears.
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited July 2008
    that's it? maybe I should...thx.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited July 2008
    Rat shack has them cheap too. The Wellers at parts express are real nice. I have the therma-boost TB100, and at $20 it works great. Keep your tips clean.
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,765
    edited July 2008
    This is what I've been using for the last few years.

    http://www.web-tronics.com/40wasokitz.html

    Nice deal because it comes with a stand and an extra pack of 3 tips, (plus 1 already installed). Hard to beat that deal for $10.

    That company has quite a few other choices too.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited July 2008
    That's cool Bill. The stand, and the three tips like you said are a no brainer. If you have been using it for a couple years, and are happy that is a great recommendation.
    Ben
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,765
    edited July 2008
    ben62670 wrote: »
    That's cool Bill. The stand, and the three tips like you said are a no brainer. If you have been using it for a couple years, and are happy that is a great recommendation.
    Ben

    It is certainly all you need if you are an occasional DIYer. I've probably done about 2 dozen projects with it and its still going strong. The tips are still in good shape.

    It may not be a good choice for lead free work, but if you use something like Wonder Solder, Kester 44, or Cardas QuadEutectic, then it has plenty of heat.

    If I were doing stuff every day (or even once a week) I'd probably splurge for a soldering station with a ceramic element.
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited July 2008
    Definitely no need to go used with all the low prices these days. Any who needs lead-free solder anyway? :D
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  • ViperZ
    ViperZ Posts: 2,046
    edited July 2008
    zingo wrote: »
    Definitely no need to go used with all the low prices these days. Any who needs lead-free solder anyway? :D

    You may not need a lead-free solder, but don't be surprised when one day you'll try to solder/de-solder some part and you won't be able to. Lead-free solder melts at much higher temperature than Sn63Pb37 (tin-lead) regular solder.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited July 2008
    ViperZ wrote: »
    You may not need a lead-free solder, but don't be surprised when one day you'll try to solder/de-solder some part and you won't be able to. Lead-free solder melts at much higher temperature than Sn63Pb37 (tin-lead) regular solder.

    One trick I have learned when I don't have my high heat iron is to put a little lower temp solder on it then apply that to the work that won't melt, also you can use a little flux;)
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,029
    edited July 2008
    Sold all my extras, sorry. Rat Shack has one that is digital, high heat, interchangeable tips [comes with fine tip], gun holder and sponge. More that $10, less than Weller gear. If you are still reading this post, I believe I paid some where's around $90. No complaints here.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited July 2008
    For low heat solder look at your local hobby supply store for "Tix". I've used this stuff for years on my model trains I repair. Works great for elect projects too. The low heat was great for building and repairing brass trains. Tix & Tix Flux.

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