The idea to create a stained glass window seems fascinating, but at the same time, lots of questions come to mind. Study all the details of each stage carefully and prepare the necessary tools for soldering. Following the tips, you will be able to create a truly unique atmosphere with the enchanting spirit of the …
Do you want to know how to solder wires to a circuit board? Or how to solder two wires? The following article will give direct guidelines for those who don’t know how to solder wires. As you know, soldering is a process of combining two metallic or copper parts by the process of melting solder. …
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Aluminum is a bad metal for soldering. But sometimes you need to use this metal or parts of this metal for DIY soldering projects. That is why I decided to share a few tips and guidelines about soldering aluminum. First things first – any usual solder or flux is not suitable for soldering aluminum, it …
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Novice soldering hobbyists do not know what to choose for their projects – soldering irons or soldering guns. The following guide will give a few hints about the uses of two different tools used for soldering. Make sure to check the technical features before buying a soldering gun vs iron. Let’s start with the definition. …
Most soldering irons have a copper tip. As a simple and useful tool, it is applied not only by a specialist but also by handymen who occasionally need to work with electronics. For example, if you need to join two wires or repair a household appliance. However, not all users remember the most important thing …
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Being an owner of SolderingIronGuide and a soldering semi-expert for many years, I know for sure that irons are so hard to maintain. Especially, cleaning soldering iron’s tip can be incredibly challenging. People who are new to soldering usually neglect the maintenance of their irons, though it is an obligatory thing to do. Why do …
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Let’s admit it – sometimes solder is just not solid enough to bond two parts, especially when you work with wires and electronics. A solder-based only solution can affect a poorly made joint with bridged pins or no joints at all, or create voids in the solder bond. That is where solder flux comes in. …
How to Use Flux When Soldering Electronics: Detailed for Beginners Read More »
For this tutorial, you’ll need a soldering iron and solder with flux, a heat gun, helping hands tool, professional multi and single conductor wire strippers, multi-conductor wire. Based on the LED strip type, you’ll be working with heat shrink tubing and multichannel LED controller and appropriate power supply and your LED strip of choice. Soldering …
You’ll need the following: lead-free solder, lead-free flux, appropriate size fitting brushes, grit cloth or sandpaper, a reaming tool, copper tubing cutters, a measuring tape, map propane or butane gas, a torch, copper tubing and fittings, and a dry and damp rag. The minimum safety gear is gloves, fire extinguisher, and safety classes. A flame …
