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soldering iron for pedal building
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 1:43 pm
by dawnofzion
I am about to start building my first pedal (booster). I was wondering what wattage soldering iron do you pedal builders use? What type of solder as well. Thanks
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 2:29 pm
by Coolcat
I use a 25W weller soldering iron and 0.5-0.7mm lead solder.
Most soldering irons will do, if they are 30W or less. Otherwise it may be hard not to fry components. Search for one with a small tip.
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 3:28 pm
by Mike
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307
This is supposed to be an unbranded version of a much more expensive soldering iron. If I was in the US I would buy one, it gets amazing reviews.
Get high silver content Solder
Posted: Thu Apr 16, 2009 6:02 am
by TheAttackman
Dude that iron is the buissinesss!
I might just get it!
Thanks mike!
Posted: Thu Apr 16, 2009 7:26 am
by Mike
No worries, I heard from the DIYers on offset, they really rate it.
Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 6:31 am
by NBarnes21
I have one and it is awesome
Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 10:20 am
by Mike
I've found they have an EU site so I'm getting one after paypal. £24. Unbelievable value.
Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 11:35 am
by Empires
Mike wrote:I've found they have an EU site so I'm getting one after paypal. £24. Unbelievable value.
Any chance of a link, mate?
Edit: Think I found it -
Link
Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 11:40 am
by Mike
Yup, that's the one! If you're going for it get yourself some extra tips at the same time.
Posted: Sun Apr 19, 2009 11:56 am
by Empires
I'll definitely get one, I just need to decide if it needs to happen now or after next payday.
Good find
