Trying the 946A+ Solder Reflow Hot Plate to solder various sized parts to a PCB. Using a common kitchen hot plate is a common hack for DIY reflow soldering, even SparkFun has used them. This is the industrial version, actually intended for reflow soldering and board preheating. This model is one of a dozen look-alikes with the 946A designation. The Temperature is controlled digitally by buttons on the from panel.