cotrill Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 I want to add 4 controllers for 2009, since I am wanting to add 4 I am considering the kit and I could basically get 5 for the same price. I have never soldered, but it doesn't scare me.My question is what solder gun do you recommend? Is this something that someone who has never soldered before could do if I follow the LOR directions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfunk Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 cotrill wrote: I want to add 4 controllers for 2009, since I am wanting to add 4 I am considering the kit and I could basically get 5 for the same price. I have never soldered, but it doesn't scare me.My question is what solder gun do you recommend? Is this something that someone who has never soldered before could do if I follow the LOR directions?Do not use a gun. Use an iron. Find a nice Weller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dale W Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Get you a solder sucker too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisquit476 Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 I used a 25 watt and a 40 watt Weller Iron this year, they worked fine. Just follow the directions in the assembly manual that comes with the kit precisely. Here's a website with pictures:http://www.technick.net/public/code/cp_dpage.php?aiocp_dp=how_to_solder Attached files WellerSoldering.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iresq Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 You will need but a low and medium heat iron. I used a Weller gun 100/140. The 100 is a little warm for this application but I had not problems.Before you begin, might want to buy a cheap project from Rat Shack to practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanCampbell Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 I use an old Weller soldering station. Don't know the wattage/temp offhand, but it's worked fine for me. Even for the spade lugs it gets hot enough to flow through the hole.A tip I've found useful: sometimes the spade logs are snug so they can be inserted, flipped and soldered. Most of the time they've been loose, so I just tack solder them from the top of the board, turn over and make sure they're touching the (non-kitchen-table) work surface, and finish soldering them in from the back.The kits are great way to maximize your investment if you want to take the time to assemble them. But we've only got 324 days to go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stanward Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 Definately go to Radio Shack to buy a "kit" and solder. I wouldn't want to screw up the LOR PCB and you try to troubleshoot it later.iresq wrote: You will need but a low and medium heat iron. I used a Weller gun 100/140. The 100 is a little warm for this application but I had not problems.Before you begin, might want to buy a cheap project from Rat Shack to practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffF Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 bisquit476 wrote: I used a 25 watt and a 40 watt Weller Iron this year, they worked fine.That's what I used also. After my 40w died, I replaced it with a 60w and that worked a little better on the spades, but either would be fine as your stronger iron.-Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony in Houston Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 I soldered 14 boards and used the Craftsman solder irons one 25 watt and one 40 watt. I believe both were under $18 total. You dont need the expensive tools to do these boards.I used the standard pointed tip for all soldering and kept the tip filed clean and had no problems.Anthony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfunk Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 I only have a Weller WESD51. Not the best but it does the job. I only wish it was yellow to match the the rest of my tools. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Jones Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 I have the Weller WD1M and it works great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfunk Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Dr. Jones wrote: I have the Weller WD1M and it works greatSomeday, I want mine to grow up to be a WD1000M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Jones Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 i also have the wmrp pencil - so i guess that does make it the wd100m (have the wmrs at work)i love the almost instant on and off of the tip and the ability to change the tip on the fly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Hertig Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 I got one of these, with the 'fine point' for the circuitry and a 'chisel point' for the lugs. Works very well, and heat up quickly and maintains the set temperature well. The tip cleaner works very well also. All in all, very happy, particularly considering the price.http://www.howardelectronics.com/xytronic/379.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyfunk Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 John Hertig wrote: I got one of these, with the 'fine point' for the circuitry and a 'chisel point' for the lugs. Works very well, and heat up quickly and maintains the set temperature well. The tip cleaner works very well also. All in all, very happy, particularly considering the price.http://www.howardelectronics.com/xytronic/379.htmlWow, that's nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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