[Elecraft] Soldering temperature of KPA100, KAT100

[Edward Ringel]

Hi All,

New to the list, building K2 S/N 3548. I'm about 2/3 of the way done
with the basic K2, and will be building the KPA100 and KAT100 shortly.
The KPA100 indicates that the soldering tip temperature should be 800
which is different from the 700 specified for the K2-do most builders
agree with this? Obviously, a high wattage iron is needed for the power
transistors and that is not part of my question.  Also, what tip size is
the best for the KPA100? Looking at the pad size, it looks like it
should be the same as the K2, but advice is welcome.

 

I guess the same questions arise for the KAT100. Using components rated
for higher current and voltage makes me wonder if I need the higher tip
temperature for that build as well.

 

Thanks.

 

73's

 

Ed Ringel

AA1WZ

 



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