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Old 05-10-2006, 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by JRX-S Bill
I currently use a Weller 60W Soldering Iron with a 3/16" chisel tip for all my soldering.

It works pretty well 90% of the time. However, for windy days outdoors and building battery packs, it does not always cut it! Yes, I know about the trick of wrapping the stand with aluminum foil to retain heat.

Does anyone have recommendations on a better iron or soldering station to use? Thanks.
Hakko 936 with a 907 tip. i bought mine for $60 at Fry's. But it was on sale. They usually run $99.

EDIT: cheaper online. $84
http://shop2.outpost.com/product/454...H:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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