Soldering Iron Introduction

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This is the content required for an introduction to our soldering irons - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it even quicker though ;-)

If you need this introduction, please reach out to the following tutors: Lukas, Mitja, Patrick, Martin, Johannes, Luzian, Leo

Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the tool's manual, if available.

Safety

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splashing solder is rare, but dangerous - wear goggles!
Dangers Precautions
the tip gets very hot (over 300 °C) only touch the handle, rest the iron in its stand when not using it
toxic fumes are be generated when soldering or overheating neighboring components
  • take care of good ventilation and don't inhale the fumes
  • use a fume extractor with carbon filter if possible
hot flux or solder can splash towards you during soldering, e.g. when a springy wire gets loose protect your eyes with goggles
the solder may contain poisonous lead
  • get familiar with the type of solder you're using - for instance, does it contain poisonous lead?
  • wash your hands after handling solder

Demonstration

  • Change tip
  • Turn on soldering iron


Suggested Reading

If you're new to soldering: mikrocontroller.net - "Löten" (DE)