would this be the best type of soldering iron for jewelry making? i have no idea how much wattage i need and any info will be greatly appreciated!
1071965
I'm not sure as I only use it for electronics but you can order some fine point tips for good precision. It's 40watt I believe. I don't know what kind of solder is used for jewelry or what wattage is needed. You might search for some jewelry forums and ask them first, or google. Otherwise it's a great iron. Hard to go wrong with Weller if it will suit your propose.
1365490
Not sure if it is the same as the 852D+, as that says 700W on it (for the entire unit). Careful, as the soldering tool is able to get hot enough to melt itself- I was very surprised, at first, but not so surprised after looking at how it is constructed, with metal very near the heated end embedded in the plastic. Something to pay close attention to. I have never had a soldering iron do that, these are not built the same as our old workhorse Weller's, but for the price.... These can get VERY hot!
1541611
I don't own this specific product, but I learned jewelry making with a torch this size. I think these guys just don't know about jewelry making. :|
1365491
Don't know the wattage, but it works well for me on circuit board soldering. I have other high wattage irons, guns and a torch where less precision is required.
419903
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)
477470
Don't know about this unit (the Hakko), but I've done a fair amount of copper-foil stained glass with my temperature-controlled (i.e. same idea as this Hakko) 50 watt Weller iron, and that has worked out really well. I think you don't really need the high wattage that some think, you just need the automatic temperature control which feeds power as it is needed. I haven't used it for came lead, but for Tiffany style it is likely to work well. I suggest you buy it with a broad tip for best heat flow.
1080565
I use 150watt soldering iron but I also use a 25watt soldering iron with silver solder.but what are you soldering???
884306
This is an Electronics Soldering Iron, and is not for the use that you want. I would suggest a very strong Epoxy.
686571
I find the 15 to 30 watt irons are not enough in some cases so I chose big variable wattage to complete the mission.I use 200 to 300 watts and heat sink the sensitive parts.It's all trial and error with materials???
1967401
Acid core solder would not be used for electronic work, only for metal work. If you are doing light metal work with acid-core solder, this iron would work fine.
311836
We have sold many of these to jewelry artist that use it for soldering. Our customers are very satisfied with the quality and reliability.
214071
I haven't used my soldering iron this year though from what I remember it was within 5 min. I was soldering solar cells and the variable temp was important. I'm happy with it.Michael SedonaCreations.com
1695873
Yes, I have soldered this wire. I have also used it for artistic soldering on my stone wraps. Just make sure it is clean and use flux.
855814
I think yes. I have 60 watt soldering iron and I'm quite pleased with this holder.
1979156
I honestly don't know -- I just use it with a little Weller soldering iron..
573347
Yes, this is a very good soldering iron. I used one for several years to solder numerous projects including an LED array (10x10x10) for an IEEE project using steel wires.
270219
I do no remember it coming with solder but Radio Shack has rosin core solder and soldering irons. Use a 25-30 watt iron and small diameter solder and you should be o.k.