I need to know what kind of solder material to use with this soldering iron for small, lightweight projects.
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I have used various types of solder of my projects and have had no problems. Hope this helps. I don't think there is a limit on what solder types or sizes.
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Depends on the material the project is. Rosin is just about good of anything just about but is you doing Electrical use Lead-free solder.
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I'm assuming that by "solder material" you're referring to solder wire. Any "60-40 Rosin Core" solder should work fine. I would use size .060" or for the real small stuff I would probably go for the .030" stuff. Here is a couple of links that you may want to look at:Alpha Fry AT-31604 60-40 Rosin Core Solder (4 Ounces)Kester Pocket Pack Solder 60/40 0.031 0.50 oz. Tube I hope this answers your question, if not ask again.RL Shuey I'm assuming that by "solder material" you're referring to solder wire. Any "60-40 Rosin Core" solder should work fine. I would use size .060" or for the real small stuff I would probably go for the .030" stuff. Here is a couple of links that you may want to look at:Alpha Fry AT-31604 60-40 Rosin Core Solder (4 Ounces)Kester Pocket Pack Solder 60/40 0.031 0.50 oz. Tube I hope this answers your question, if not... » Read More I'm assuming that by "solder material" you're referring to solder wire. Any "60-40 Rosin Core" solder should work fine. I would use size .060" or for the real small stuff I would probably go for the .030" stuff. Here is a couple of links that you may want to look at:Alpha Fry AT-31604 60-40 Rosin Core Solder (4 Ounces)Kester Pocket Pack Solder 60/40 0.031 0.50 oz. Tube I hope this answers your question, if not ask again.RL Shuey « Show Less
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I'm assuming that by "solder material" you're referring to solder wire. Any "60-40 Rosin Core" solder should work fine. I would use size .060" or for the real small stuff I would probably go for the .030" stuff. Here is a couple of links that you may want to look at: http://www.amazon.com/Alpha-AT-31604-60-40-Solder-Ounces/dp/B00030AP48/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1369338542&sr=8-1&keywords=solder http://www.amazon.com/Kester-Pocket-Pack-Solder-0-031/dp/B00068IJNQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1369338542&sr=8-3&keywords=solder I hope this answers your question, if not ask again. RL Shuey
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I can't tell you what wattage soldering iron but I can say that almost all soldering irons work with this stuff. It does not really require all that high of a temperature. If your iron will handle conventional solders, it will work fine with this. I understand it is not a lot of silver involved here even though it is called silver solder.
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I haven't had any issues with using lead free solder. I used this model to help build a solar panel using a zinc/copper/silver solder and it continues to work fine.
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Every thing can work with the solderless breadboard. You will want a soldering iron and solder project board if you intend to also build permanent versions of the projects you build using the kit and solderless breadboard.
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Sorry I have no idea that that is, I use it in jewelry making. I would assume it would work in any soldering situation but I've only used it using silver solder used in jewelry.
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This is not a soldering tool. It's a small heat gun, best use is for heat shrink tubing in tight areas and other duties that requires high heat being blown in a smaller area. I have no idea if it will work for your needs.
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I use 150watt soldering iron but I also use a 25watt soldering iron with silver solder.but what are you soldering???
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I own two of these, and I solder copper to steel and aluminum to steel. This is the most powerful electric soldering iron I've ever found. Just make sure you use the right flux for the soldering you are doing. You might also try a small butane torch if your work piece is large.
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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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For bread board prototyping you don't need a soldering iron so you could get that later however do get an arduino board that does not come with this set
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Small open flame is good , all depends on the application.Keep the flame low and even then apply solder. good luck
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I guess that would all hinge on the size of the parts you are fastening. ou can see the size of the solder gun tips at any store that sells them.. BUT, if I were planning on working on many of these circuits, I would opt for a solder station that usually would have smaller tips and full controll over heat generated. There are many in the marketplace.
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Wattage does not reflect temperature. A low wattage iron can have a very high temperature. That being said... the temperature range is 365F - 895F and should work fine for any general soldering task.
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I would suggest the wire wheel that you mentioned and probably a finer wire. It's according to how much rust there is. Or you can get a sandpaper type wheel with different grits of paper.
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Depends on the material you are working with. I use a soldering iron all the time for putting tattoo needles together, wireing and jewelry. Hope it helps.
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The real catch to soldering is more the using the right tinning then the solder it's self. Some like what i've linked below works for many metals (not well on stainless still, that requires a more specific tinning)Ruby Chemical 2OZ Liquid Rubyfluid
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it is fine for doing cables providing you use he correct solder and most importantly...correct flux. If you really mean "electrical' work ...yes but you ,ay want to obtain a different tip(readily available)...if you are talking 'electronics work"...I would not. I usually use a low watt adjustable soldering iron for that type of work. The tip that comes with the iron is very broad and flat...and worked very well for soldering music wire for a model railroad catenary system.