Soldering kits/supplies?
- Thread starter FretFire
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rspst14
Tone Cat
Re: Soldering kits/supplies?
I'd definitely go with a 40 watt iron as opposed to a 30 watter. I use silver bearing solder myself, but it really doesn't matter as long as you get something designed for electronics use. 60/40 rosin core is fine. Solder is inexpensive and one roll lasts forever, so you may want to get two different thicknesses. I use both the thin and medium silver bearing solder for all of my soldering needs. You'll also want to get a roll of copper desoldering braid, an extra tip or two, and some tip tinner/cleaner (optional, but highly recommended.) All of this can be purchased at Radio Shack for $20-$25 total.
Ryan
I'd definitely go with a 40 watt iron as opposed to a 30 watter. I use silver bearing solder myself, but it really doesn't matter as long as you get something designed for electronics use. 60/40 rosin core is fine. Solder is inexpensive and one roll lasts forever, so you may want to get two different thicknesses. I use both the thin and medium silver bearing solder for all of my soldering needs. You'll also want to get a roll of copper desoldering braid, an extra tip or two, and some tip tinner/cleaner (optional, but highly recommended.) All of this can be purchased at Radio Shack for $20-$25 total.
Ryan
