On 2011-04-07, Winston wrote:
KD7HB wrote:
Iggy, was the set made using lead-free solder? This may have bee your problem. Regular soldering irons may not get hot enough unless you have an adjustable heat unit.
I will check the name of the ones we use for lead-free and add that info to the posting tomorrow. I know they use RF to heat the tip.
Regular solder suckers also work for lead-free solder, but you have to be quick before it solidifies.
Paul
I really like the Metcal irons.
They use induction to heat the tip.
http://www.metcal.com/
The tips swap quickly and are available in a wide
range of sizes and temperatures.
--Winston
Which one of those metcals would you recommend, for general through
hole stuff?
i