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Re: looking to purchase new soldering iron
Posted to Tool & Equipment Forum on 11/5/2012

The primary concern is the stiffening of the wire and the heating having the effect of hardening the strands and making them brittle. This isn't as much of an issue if the soldering is done correctly. But, most seem to think that they are trying to make a smoo... Login to read more.