Originally Posted by
rwhisen
Excellent write up. You seem to have covered all the bases.
I would add that it is not desireable to dunk the tip of the iron in flux to clean it and when storing your iron, leave a good amount of solder on the tip to prevent oxidation.
Oh no, I never meant it as a way to clean regularly and/or prior to storage. I meant it as an emergency step to bring back a tip that has been neglected. I use that technique when I need to use an iron someone else has neglected and is covered with flux residue, and wiping with a tip cleaner does not work.
I will edit it real quick. I'm glad you mentioned that. To me, I know what I mean, but if others are unsure then I will clarify.