Apr 6, 2024 · Get a GOOD soldering iron first. If you can find a old 200W Weller that is great. Next get good flux and good solder. Like any other metal repair get the joint CLEAN. The flux will do …

Aug 14, 2008 · What kind of soldering equipment do you have, use or suggest. I have an older gun that does not seem to get hot enough for some applications. TIA, Don

Jul 15, 2024 · What are some good resources for learning soldering as it relates to clock repair? I need to learn to solder, which up until this point have always found is not one of my strong …

Nov 19, 2011 · Solder 101 Types of Solder Soldering is the process of joining pieces of metal (called the BASE) with a different metal of lower melting temperature (called the FILL). It …

Jul 12, 2017 · 1. Is there a reasonable expectation based on past experience and other examples that soldering will result is a durable and functional repair? 2. Will the clock be damaged the by …

Oct 28, 2012 · I've heard or read soldering fittings on copper water pipe referred to as sweat soldering, but I don't know why. Basic soldering technique for that - clean, flux, heat the joint & …

Mar 13, 2022 · A 125 watt soldering iron is close to ideal for a beginner. With practice this job can be done best with a torch using a very small soft flame. Always use the 'jewelers method' …

Sep 25, 2007 · I was taught to use a copper iron. A big copper soldering iron that you heat by flame and tin with solder then tin the both parts of the metal to be joined then position the …

Oct 8, 2024 · A large iron like a Weller gun instead of a pencil style will get it hot fast. You need to het the bass hot enough to melt the solder, quick so the whole area does not get stressed. …

May 31, 2022 · Excellent technique! I use the tempering color of iron quite a bit in determining temperature in heat treating various parts, and of bluing gun parts. To achieve the darkest …