[simpits-tech] Soldering how-to

[raysot at comcast.net]

..and don't use that cheap Radio Shack Solder! Use the professional micro solder :-) 


I am sure to think of at least a dozen more by the time the night is over! =) 


Tip Cleaning Paste: 
http://www.frys.com/product/6011478?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG 


"Good" solder: 
http://www.frys.com/product/4455326?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG 


Wire Solder tip Cleaner 
http://www.frys.com/product/1563515?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG 


----- Original Message -----
From: "Brian Sikkema" <brian at sikkema.us> 
To: "Simulator Cockpit Builder's List" <simpits-tech at simpits.org> 
Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 4:49:47 PM 
Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] Soldering how-to 

On 10/11/2011 8:48 AM, raysot at comcast.net wrote: 


...and never linger more than 2-4 seconds on a component pin :-) 


Another neat little trick is to connect a small alligator clamp to the lead. It helps as a heat-sink. 





Thanks, guys! Lots of good tips. I will definitely be checking all of this out. 

Can't wait to throw my old Radio shack iron in the trash.... ;) 

Brian 

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