[Elecraft] Tools in the UK

Sun Oct 5 14:59:00 2003

When buying a T/C soldering station, don't forget to check for the 
availability of additional tips of differing widths and styles.

For what little it's worth, I try to use a tip width that's about 75%-85% 
that of the pads to which I'm soldering. This helps me to keep the tip 
INSIDE the pad and offers less opportunity for me to accidently 'drag' a 
solder shard to a nearby pad.

Personally, I prefer a flat (screwdriver/chisel) tip, but many builders 
prefer the conical style. It always seemed I could get better heat transfer 
with the flat tips.

A couple extra tips never hurt. And if you can get them WHEN you buy the 
iron, you won't have to order them later... and WAIT.

73 (161 (Clive),

Tom

At 05:01 AM 10/5/03, Clive GM3POI wrote:
>Rapid electronics do all your needs and free delivery. I got a temp iron,
>mat etc and very pleased with the quality, they are often the cheapest deal
>as well. 73 Clive GM3POI
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "coca" <[email protected]>
>To: "Elecraft reflector" <[email protected]>
>Sent: Sunday, October 05, 2003 9:03 AM
>Subject: [Elecraft] Tools in the UK
>
>
> > Hi everyone
> >
> > Last night I took the plunge and ordered a K2. I'm not sure how long
> > it will take to get to the UK but, in the meantime, I'd like some
> > recommendations as to where I can get a reasonably priced solder
> > station, anti-stat mat and Panavise from anyone in the UK please.
> >
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