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Soldering is often the most effective way of connecting two metals to give good physical bonding and electrical contact. Solder bonds well to many metals, and particularly well to copper.

The amount of heat generated by a soldering iron is usually expressed in watts, with most irons used in modelling and electronics being in the range of 12 to 25 watts. It must be remembered that a 25 Watt iron will not run hotter than a 12 Watt iron, but it will have more power available to quickly replace heat drained from the iron during soldering. The larger the components being soldered, the more heat necessary and the higher the power (watts) required. As too much heat can damage the components being joined it is important, within reason, to match the size of the job with the size of the iron.

Soldering irons will last longer with proper care:
a) Before and during use wipe the bit on a damp sponge. Many bench stands incorporate a sponge for this purpose.
b) If the bit is new, apply multicore solder to it as it heats up, to coat (tin) the bit.
c) Always keep a hot iron in a bench stand, or suspended by the hook, when not in use.
d) Never file the bit clean, this will damage the plating and reduce the life of the bit.

We sell a range of bits/tips to suit different makes of irons and come in various sizes to suit a wide range of applications, from the more finer bits to solder electrical components to the larger bits where you require more heat transfer for those bigger jobs.

stock info	Weller Soldering Iron 15w (77600)	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #2856) Price: £18.99 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
stock info	Weller Mini Soldering Iron 20w (77649)	Stock: Available from shops: Cardiff: 1 (Prod Ref #5095) Price: £22.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Weller Soldering Iron 12v 25w (77608)	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #3076) Price: £18.99 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
stock info	Weller Soldering Station 40w (77660)	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #27669) Price: £73.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Draper Soldering Iron 25watt 230volt (32765) Good value set comprising 230v 25w soldering iron with BS approved 3 pin plug (3A) and cable, straight tip, tube of solder, bent tip, tweezers, stand and sponge.	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #8320)
stock info	Expo Multicore 60/40 Tin/Lead Alloy 22swgSolder 500gm Reel (850595)	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #54028)
more	Draper Multicore Solder 20g (19225) Ideal multicore 60% tin 40% lead solder, for general soldering of electronic components. 20g in tube dispenser.	Stock: Available from shops: Stroud: 1 (Prod Ref #8316)
more	Draper Solder 60/40 100g (19226)	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #8318) Price: £5.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.103 Soldering Iron Tip 4mm (103)	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #524) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.104 Soldering Iron Tip 4.7mm (104) Suitable for Antex "Model M & C" soldering irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55042) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.1103 Soldering Iron Tip 6mm (1103) Suitable for Antex Model "CS, TCS & SD50" Soldering Irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55052) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.1109 Soldering Iron Tip 5mm (1109) Suitable for Antex Model "CS, TCS & SD50" Soldering Irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55051) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.202 Soldering Iron Tip 2.3mm (202) Suitable for Antex "Model M & C" soldering irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55040) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.302 Soldering Iron Tip 2.3mm (302) Suitable for Antex "Model M & C" soldering irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55041) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.57 Soldering Iron Tip 0.12mm (57) Suitable for Antex "Model XS" Soldering Irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55053) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
stock info	Antex 3.0mm Soldering Tip (77728)	Stock: Available from shops: Stroud: 1 (Prod Ref #73525) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.
more	Antex No.822 Soldering Iron Tip 4.7mm (822) Suitable for Antex "Model M & C" soldering irons	Stock: Sorry, Sold Out (Website:0) (Prod Ref #55045) Price: £4.00 This item is not available for internet purchase. Please contact your local branch.

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