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*Comes with the "control box" and the holder/sponge etc | *Comes with the "control box" and the holder/sponge etc | ||
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*It's open source, so like the Prusa Printer many clones etc | *It's open source, so like the Prusa Printer many clones etc | ||
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*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soldering_Iron The Wikipedia Page on Soldering Irons] | *[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soldering_Iron The Wikipedia Page on Soldering Irons] | ||
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Revision as of 21:27, 30 August 2025
Basics
- Essentially a heated circuit prodding stick
- Used to melt solder to solder components to a PCBs or to Bond Wires
- Needs quite a few accesorries, and there are different versions (fuel; burning, Direct ac plug, variable resistor temp control electric, digital control electric)
- Can also be used for any high heat applications, such as cleanly cutting synthetic rope, cutting plastic, and woodburing (for engraving/art)
Good Off The Shelf Options
'Hakko FX 888: Soldering Station
- Source
- Comes with the "control box" and the holder/sponge etc
TS100
- It's open source, so like the Prusa Printer many clones etc
- Goes for ~50 USD - 70 USD
- Has on pen controls, but may need a holder/sponge etc
- A Marco Reps Review of It