[Elecraft] Importance of good coaxial jumpers

[Don Wilhelm]

The "secret" to preserving the center conductor dielectric is to use a 
soldering tool that is capable of applying heat more quickly and melt 
the solder.  Using an iron with insufficient heat mass and power 
requires you to apply heat for a long period of time, and that is what 
melts the insulation.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 11/12/2013 9:49 AM, Eugene Balinski wrote:
> I also use a 40W Weller with good results.
>
> The 25W do not work well and tend to melt the center
> conductor.
>
> 73
> K1NR
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