Soldering tools are must haves when first starting on an electronics hobby. It is recommended that you start with an inexpensive soldering iron, such as the ones featured below. As you gain experience through soldering practice you may choose to get a station that offers wider temperature ranges, more accurate temperature control with digital display, auto shut off, replacement tips, and you may also decide to experiment with different kinds of solder. If you are looking for hand tools, check out our hand tools page.
Learn to Solder Kit:
This kit is ideal for a beginner hobbyist and includes a 30W soldering iron, diagonal cutters, solder, solder iron stand, printed circuit board, all components needed to build a flashing siren, and complete lesson plan. The finished circuit has an adjustable European Siren and flashing diodes.Specifications:
- Includes all the tools needed to learn soldering.
- Includes a Printed Circuit Board and all components to build a working electronic siren.
- Includes a complete 10 page lesson plan and instruction booklet for easy integration into any electronics program.
- Finished circuit requires 9 volt battery.
Soldering Station:
The Auto-Temp 379 professional quality soldering station offers the ultimate in temperature controlled hand soldering. It is manufactured using only the highest quality materials and workmanship available, providing the operator with reliable high-tech features at a low-tech price. Its specially designed ceramic heating element insures rapid heat-up, instant heat recovery, and superior heat transmission. The "Zero Voltage" circuitry eliminates both high voltage spike and magnetic field generation at the tip to prevent damage to your electronic components.
Solder:
Resin Core is designed for electrical and electronic work. Containing 60% tin and 40% lead, its flux residue is completely non-corrosive and electrically non-conductive. Tin, lead and their alloys, due to their low melting temperatures and wide availability, are the most commonly used solder materials. With a 374 degree melting point, it makes soldering faster than ever before and provides a stronger, longer lasting bond.
