In Reply to: soldering question posted by les winter on February 20, 2007 at 04:02:46:
What is the highest temp on the soldering station? It might be that you're using too high a temp for the work that you're doing and the materials you're using. Does the insulation on the wire melt easily when you're using the iron? That would be an indication of too much heat. I can't remember what heat I use for general solder work, and I'm not at home at the moment, but I think it's in the range 500f. I'm sure someone else can give you better info on range of heat that's optimal.As an aside I also use Radioshack silver solder and I've found tip cleaner paste to be an invaluable asset when soldering; clean joints and faster solder melt.
Good luck,
Myles
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- Re: soldering question - mylesmf 07:18:03 02/20/07 (1)
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