So these tips can be used with a 503 torch? Could someone please tell me what solder to use on a wire connecting rechargeable batteries(path light)?
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I believe the comment about using "silver solder" may be miss leading. It probably means silver "looking" solder. Silver solder is made of silver and is not normally used for electronics wiring. It is not necessary to use solder that is a smaller diameter than the wire as many wires in electronics are very small diameter. Large diameter solder such as 1/8th inch is normally intended for plumbing. Any small diameter solder is suitable for electronics.
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Any fine diameter silver solder will work fine. Rule of thumb is to always use solder with a smaller diameter than the wire you're trying to solder, I always try to use 0.032 for just about anything.
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There is a tip assortment available from SRA soldering products right here on Amazon
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I did some jewelry making with silver solder before in school, but we used torches, not a solder gun. We used natural gas torches, but you could do it with a propane one. I think you would have a better time if you bought a torch and some other equipment to do this kind of work. Don't forget your protective gear too! (faceshield, ventilation, etc)
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I have the same light and purchased the batteries in the link below. They are decent (you get what you pay for) for what I'm trying to accomplish. Protected 18650 Rechargeable Batteries Plus Charger (2pcs)
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If you want all the colors you have to connect all wires end to end. If you just want red for example you can hook up the 12v and the red . You can find four conductor wire with the colors on the wire already. Also when soldering, just because you see the copper contact doesn't mean there isn't a clear film over the top of the contact. If your solder isn't bonding try scraping lightly the surface of the contact. You don't want to go all th way through. You can also use rubbing alcohol to clean the surface afteR scraping. Best if luck. Prob not enough lumans for a grow light btw
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No, the tip is way to large and the heat too high for that type of work. I would buy a variable heat pencil style soldering iron.
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Either way is good! In fact it may be better with a soldering iron since it's packaged in a smaller quantity as though intended for small jobs such as might be tackled with a soldering iron. Torches will work too though.
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If they are the same physical size and you have a way to interconnect them. They are often connected with spot welded tabs. some battery outfitters have the welder. Soldering wire works of you have experience (you must sand the pads and use rosin, have an appropriately sized iron) at it and do not overheat/damage them. Be aware that if you damage them they can spontaneously combust.
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You can use the same connectors, but be aware, that these are 3 LEDs and are equivalent to a 35 watt bulb, not a 50 watt bulb. The bulbs work well, but don't expect them to be very bright. I returned my order because they were not bright enough. If you need 50 watt lighting, I would suggest looking on Amazon for other models with 4 LEDS which are more like a 50 watt bulb.
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The kit does not come with solder. 60/40 is the best to use on a kit like that. Get it on line, Radio Shack does notstock it!
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It helps to tin the tip. What solder to use depends on the application. Flux is another question that says it depends on the application.
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you might consider the connectors,http://www.amazon.com/HitLights-Connector-Conductor-SMD3528-Lights/dp/B0062RBR84/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid;=1380492352&sr;=8-1&keywords;=led+connectors not needed if you plan to solder your joints, I also used a little heat shrink tube to make things tight and clean looking.
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You need to make sure the amperage of the strobe light is not more than the fuse in the plug can handle. It should be fine. You would just need to connect the two leads together ( I solder but u don't have to) make sure positive to positive.
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Several different sets are available. Use search term: Aoyue 937+soldering tipsI chose to buy the few individual tips I use most. So far they've held up well under hard use.
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Thank you for quick answer. Also a second question, would this solder be good for long uses? And where would be a good site to look up, and learn the proper care for these tools?
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I have never tried soldering silver with it but mine gets hotter than any other torch I've had before. Just don't know anything about soldering silver.
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I use about 100 yards of led strip tape a month and have given up trying to use these connectors. I have taken to soldering the strips together. This is not practical for home use I would guess though.