EP52 Tip Check | Good & Bad Soldering Tip Habits | Why don't my soldering tips last long?

Back with a brand new AC unit, Justin goes over basic dos and don'ts with your soldering iron tips. While there there are more bad habits out there, knowing at least the proper way to keep your tip nice will go a long way.
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  • @Videolinquency
    @Videolinquency10 ай бұрын

    That's exactly what most tutorials are missing. I had to find it out by myself over dozens of years. Thank you for providing an alternative to that!

  • @phrogfibsh
    @phrogfibsh3 жыл бұрын

    I’m a beginner in soldering and I feel much more confident when I prepare myself for projects :)

  • @Chaosman88
    @Chaosman886 жыл бұрын

    bro either you should speak louder, or turn down the volume of your intro. I turned up the volume to hear you, and than frightened as shit on the intro.. :D

  • @nandobike

    @nandobike

    5 жыл бұрын

    same here

  • @networkcrasher

    @networkcrasher

    5 жыл бұрын

    anyone got any detergent so I can clean my underoos?

  • @LameGaming

    @LameGaming

    3 жыл бұрын

    yeah, almost dont want to watch it now

  • @STIZEN9

    @STIZEN9

    3 жыл бұрын

    yeah man dont do that again, I respect your productions man but that tihs was LOUD. AHHHHHHHHH. YOU HEAR ME? OF COURSE U DO, BECAUSE IM TURNT UP ALL THE WAY.. Nah just jokin but seriously.... RAHHHHHHH

  • @arcaine2
    @arcaine26 жыл бұрын

    You should lower your new intro volume a bit. It's quite loud compared to your voice before and after the intro. Great tip about the tips ofc ;-)

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    For sure, I can do this. Next time I will try to have it equalized better! Thank you for your comment!

  • @morrisonAV

    @morrisonAV

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TheArtofRepair I'd also suggest getting your mic off of the table. Every time your hand/arm landed on the table, my subwoofer jumped! Did love the tip maintenance info.

  • @s.h.guitarworks3309
    @s.h.guitarworks33092 жыл бұрын

    Maybe its just your personality and your multi view camera work, but that's how its done!! Great job man and thank you.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    2 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate you taking the time to leave a compliment on my channel! Thanks so much! Hope to see you in the comments again guitar works!

  • @ecurepair
    @ecurepair2 жыл бұрын

    Start of each soldering action for me begins with a brass jabbing, then ends with a brass jab and a dab of clean solder on tip. Seems very effective at keeping tips in excellent shape.

  • @justaguy4real
    @justaguy4realАй бұрын

    8:40 dude after watching many videos and still wondering, you just explained perfectly. kudos

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    Ай бұрын

    Right on I’m glad it helped! And it’s great to hear you’ve seen so many 😎 hope your repair journeys going well!

  • @shmaknapublar
    @shmaknapublar5 жыл бұрын

    The chisel tip on my old 936 must be a freak of nature in regards to it's ability to maintain a clean oxidation free surface with nothing other than frequent use of a wet sponge. I wipe it off almost constantly while using it and it still looks like wet solder after around 10 years. No tinning before shutting down, and no tinning before it hits the sponge for the first time in the morning, and it always looks like fresh wet solder right after it comes off of the sponge. Must be lucky or something. I love my old Hakko!

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    4 жыл бұрын

    One of the rare good ones! =D

  • @defme

    @defme

    Жыл бұрын

    You mean the Atten AT936D?

  • @shmaknapublar

    @shmaknapublar

    Жыл бұрын

    @@defme It looks like the old Hakko 936 but I've heard the components aren't as high quality. Basically a cheaper clone.

  • @richardscott9797
    @richardscott97974 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the lesson. Brilliant. And you're right, it's no big deal. Clean the tip and keep it tinned. Much appreciated.!

  • @Stephen-cm3fs
    @Stephen-cm3fs6 жыл бұрын

    First, love the new intro man. I agree with a comment below maybe a bit too loud but it fits well! Also keeping the vids to about 10 minutes in my opinion is perfect! You're doing things correctly.

  • @chue
    @chue6 жыл бұрын

    No need to blast the intro music... great video otherwise.

  • @patmb2011

    @patmb2011

    5 жыл бұрын

    I agree, no need to blast music... or even include it at all? kinda comical if not annoying :)

  • @nandobike

    @nandobike

    5 жыл бұрын

    i thought it was publicity

  • @razaelll
    @razaelll3 жыл бұрын

    I have been using the same set of tips for almost three years. Daily soldering on the large chisel and medium bent. I literally just put some solder on the tip when I'm done. And no tip tinner, that stuff is like crack to soldering tips, you need more and more as time goes by.

  • @mat.b.

    @mat.b.

    Жыл бұрын

    if you dont use tinner then what do you suggest different?

  • @razaelll

    @razaelll

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mat.b. as I said, just put some solder on the tip when you're done and leave it to cool down. I'll have holes in my tips before having no tin on them. I'll go through a cheap weller tip in about a month, then just replace it because it has a hole in it. More expensive rf ones last me years before needing replacement because they simply wear off to the point I can't make good contact because of tip geometry.

  • @countryboycharlie9793
    @countryboycharlie97936 жыл бұрын

    I have done it for yrs it looked like crap, might hold might not my old gun blew up I got another one one off eBay waiting on it in mail, I hope your advice works for me.Thanks great video 👍

  • @WatchMeGPT
    @WatchMeGPT Жыл бұрын

    You just changed my life thank you brother! God bless your heart.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    Жыл бұрын

    💪💪💪 make me proud out there!

  • @G5Hohn
    @G5Hohn3 жыл бұрын

    The best way to keep tips alive is to use a proper station with "standby" or "sleep" mode and temperature control. Use the lowest temperature that works, and keep it hot only when you actually need the heat. Do that and keep the tips tinned and they will last a looong time.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    3 жыл бұрын

    a quick workaround for any station that doesn't have standby like the unit shown in the video is to just purchase and use an inline foot pedal and only have it down while you work the joint, and let go. Easy 20$ conversion for any 936 station =) But you are correct! in terms of temp, you need to be using the lowest possible temp that will still get your work done properly. =)

  • @G5Hohn

    @G5Hohn

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheArtofRepair foot pedal is a brilliant idea.

  • @DjCuddlebear
    @DjCuddlebear4 жыл бұрын

    This made perfect sense why when I'm trying it goes okey when I start but the longer I work and leave it on. The harder it gets. I don't have a sleep function on mine aither. I will most definitely buy a bras spunge and retinner now and start working on those soldering habbits. Thanks.

  • @travislee9618
    @travislee96186 жыл бұрын

    awesome! thank you!!

  • @AbideinChristFully
    @AbideinChristFully6 жыл бұрын

    The best tip cleaning video! Subscribed

  • @bigt121947
    @bigt1219476 жыл бұрын

    I have one soldering iron tip thats about 20 years old and still good. One thing I would recomend is last thing when finished soldering is clean and tin before switching off I always start with a clean tip every day.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    This is also an amazing habit to form. Thanks for sharing bro!

  • @thetiredtechie2704

    @thetiredtechie2704

    6 жыл бұрын

    I do that too :)

  • @tylermartin8867

    @tylermartin8867

    6 жыл бұрын

    I always put a blob of solder on the tip when I turn it of the only problem I have is the thread on tips they always break of then the whole soldering iron is useless

  • @padmad3k63
    @padmad3k634 жыл бұрын

    Just turn your solderstation off when you're not soldering and always keep the tip tinned. My Weller WS81 gets to the temp within a couple seconds.

  • @NickGaster
    @NickGaster6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Justin for another great technical video. Keep up the great work!!!

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    Many more are on the way! Thank you!

  • @robblenda6049
    @robblenda6049 Жыл бұрын

    Advice for the beginner in soldering. It is much appreciated. Excellent and direct review. Thanks ...

  • @Gensic385
    @Gensic3853 жыл бұрын

    If you always have solder on your tip, you don’t need that acidic stuff. And it’s not recommended to always turn on/off station because the temperature variations will shortened tip lifetime. Just try to have solder always on tip and you will see the difference.

  • @zomaardan
    @zomaardan2 жыл бұрын

    Loved this serie.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    2 жыл бұрын

    Appriciate ya bro! Have you been fixing anything these days?

  • @zomaardan

    @zomaardan

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheArtofRepair No, i worked and build all year up to where i have 13 phones to fix and ordered all parts begin december and i did not recieve anything yet. No idea what is going on, i wait for the result of investication to postal service. So im kinda f☆cked. If it rains it pours right.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@zomaardan oh man! you didnt get a tracking? =(

  • @zomaardan

    @zomaardan

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheArtofRepair Yes i had al tracking but it never got here. Some items are now resend but months pass.

  • @rustystrat50
    @rustystrat50 Жыл бұрын

    I just found this video yesterday and got the brass sponge and tip tinner today. I tried this method and it works great. It's my new process. Thanks for the video.

  • @amerikraine3401
    @amerikraine3401 Жыл бұрын

    I use a piece of copper wire for my tips, you don't need to but tips. It works perfectly

  • @bricofast
    @bricofast5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video 👌

  • @laurentcnc6662
    @laurentcnc66626 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this great tips ! Like it ;-)

  • @joerahmey5093
    @joerahmey50932 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! This video really helped me. I just started soldering as a part time job and I found I have problems with breathing in the smoke and stuff... Any recommendations on how to vent properly?

  • @jameshottinger4331
    @jameshottinger43316 жыл бұрын

    Hey justin glad your back hope your staying cool with the new AC

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    My man, sooo much better now, It was terrible without the ac!

  • @jimmysegovia2688
    @jimmysegovia26883 жыл бұрын

    wow! a little bit of knowledge go a long ways! thank you so much man for sharing that!.

  • @MarkPalmer1000
    @MarkPalmer10005 жыл бұрын

    Excellent advice. I do the same thing, just using a water sponge and tinning with my regular 60/40 solder at startup and on occasion while working. Keep the tips clean and tinned, they work like magic and last a long time. Let them get crusty, forget it. I worked at an amusement game manufacturer in Buffalo for one day and quit at the end of the day when they didn't want to give me a $3.00 new tip for the Weller soldering station that I was using, the supervisor saying it was "fine" when it wouldn't tin at all. They didn't even know what I was talking about in regards to a tinned tip- that brown, rusty, nasty tip was "fine." The deal is the same with vacuum desoldering stations. Let them get nasty, and they don't work and do nothing but aggravate you.

  • @neoc03
    @neoc032 жыл бұрын

    I didn't realize tip tinner was supposed to be used this way. I thought it was only to rejuvinate dead tips. Thank you so much!

  • @braken8642
    @braken86422 жыл бұрын

    What a masterpiece!! So simple. NO BIG DEAL.

  • @Brynja78
    @Brynja785 жыл бұрын

    Finally someone who explains in an intelligent, proper way. Ty, now I understand. 😊

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    Im glad that this information helped you and that it came across in an easy to understand way. Hopefully you will watch more of my videos =D

  • @hellorodney
    @hellorodney Жыл бұрын

    FIVE STARS,,, ,,, i appreciate the simple, easy to understand teaching... :)

  • @DontPaniku
    @DontPaniku5 жыл бұрын

    That's great to know. I was only doing it at the beginning.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    Right on! Def good to do throughout your work for sure. Gota keep things on point! I appreciate the view and comment, hope to see you in the comments again in the future!

  • @thisismecantuseeitsacz5823
    @thisismecantuseeitsacz58235 жыл бұрын

    Great Video Thank you for Sharing 👍🏻

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    I appreciate the comment, Im glad you enjoyed the video, hope to see more comments from you in the future!

  • @StitchesLovesRats
    @StitchesLovesRatsАй бұрын

    Thanks. I'll try it. ...this is a nice change from talking to flat earthers. I almost forgot what is was like to leave a genuinely nice comment 😅

  • @johnchase8510
    @johnchase85105 жыл бұрын

    A clean, tinned tip is the first step in good soldering iron technique. Replaced my Weller station after 30 years hard use with an Edsyn 951x, and do find the "Pod" (the shroud the pencil lives in at rest) to slow oxidation. Also picked up a Hakko brass wool R2D2 like you have, which is not yet ready for refilling. However, research has brought up the benefits of loading kitchen scrubbers (washed and dried) with Kester 951 No Clean liquid flux. I had already been using the Kester product, which is 2% rosin in a water based carrier, and sells for around $50.00 a gallon. You can buy 2 oz quantities on the bay for $5.00 or so, which might be good for some as it has a shelf life of about 2 years iirc.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    oh wow! im def going to look into adding the flux, I already thought about using the kitchen scrubbers once just didnt know about the flux addition!

  • @RRoosa
    @RRoosa4 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I am new to soldering. Thanks

  • @will6831

    @will6831

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great comment. I am old to commenting. No thanks.

  • @shavguru
    @shavguru4 жыл бұрын

    Hey, new sub here, I like your style. You're obviously a smart guy that knows his shit, but you explained everything in a manner that I could understand what you were saying. Nicely done, thank you. Of all the videos I've watched on soldering, this one actually gave me an understanding of what I'm doing. Oh yeah, same as everybody else with the intro, but other than that, great video. Peace

  • @AntonioWengratt
    @AntonioWengratt2 жыл бұрын

    Good one, Justin! Nice tips (the soldering, and the ones you give lol)

  • @xderiwx
    @xderiwx3 жыл бұрын

    Do you have a procedure for when you’re done for the day?

  • @Terra101
    @Terra101 Жыл бұрын

    Oh I thought I had done it wrong all along, but this is exactly how I do it. I thought you should only really use the tip-tinner as a last resort. My last tip got worse and worse until I had to use the tip-tinner after almost every solder joint, and then it kinda didn't work even tho it was tinned. What do you think I did wrong? Too much oxidation between the actual tip and the tin?

  • @BigHushAffiliate
    @BigHushAffiliate4 жыл бұрын

    Do you recommend Masters Soldering Paste used by plumbers and steel wool to tin tips?

  • @digitalfire4433
    @digitalfire44334 жыл бұрын

    I’m trying to set myself up on a low budget starter kit for repair. Can you recommend a good hot air soldering rework station? I just bought a Weller WE1010 soldering iron and would like to also have the ability do hot air soldering if necessary.

  • @ParsonageMinecraft
    @ParsonageMinecraft6 жыл бұрын

    Should I not use the blue sponge in my soldering station then and only use my tip cleaner?

  • @abumuhammed3445
    @abumuhammed34454 жыл бұрын

    Hey, what is thickness of solder that you use for iPhone motherboard repairs?

  • @sinkhole777
    @sinkhole7773 жыл бұрын

    Good video, except the intro music volume. Nice touch with the microscope! Do you know I can use Bakers flux and solder as a 3 step process (flux, clean, tin with solder)? Cheers mate.

  • @cchemmes-seeseeart3948
    @cchemmes-seeseeart394811 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video. I'm starting soldering. This tip you give, to start soldering with cleaning/ tinning, sounds absolutely like the best time to do it--- right as you begin to solder. That makes a lot of sense. I value this suggestion. (I must add, it's a bit funny, as a person who has not yet begun soldering... equipment is in the mail... to hear all the different pro's contradicting each other. One jabs the soldering iron into the brass. The other says you must insert it gently and just twist... although it IS softer than the tips/ that is why it is used. One says use tip tinner as last resort... or like here- use it every time you begin to solder, rather than applying flux core solder... which another pro says is enough. Yes, this video says you can do whatever you want. Just an observation, that I've watched a bunch of pro's & seen major contradictions. But they all agree on regular cleaning & keeping the tip clean & tinned). Peace. Blessings. Love wins.

  • @mike0rr
    @mike0rr3 жыл бұрын

    Dont be deterred by the intro volume, this is a great video on iron maintenance.

  • @sparktite
    @sparktite3 ай бұрын

    I was instructed to basically do this before I pack my iron up for storing. Would you recommend I follow these steps both after and before every session of soldering?

  • @sensonof3684
    @sensonof36844 жыл бұрын

    question can you use a copper pot scrubber instead of brass? great vid and very informative . thank you.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    4 жыл бұрын

    I mean..... I have in the past XD its just about solid abrasion and prob will work just fine =)

  • @CooLDEaFY4204Me
    @CooLDEaFY4204Me10 ай бұрын

    Awesome video thanks man

  • @Gwyn94
    @Gwyn944 жыл бұрын

    Great vid. Really needed something like this, I let my first tip go to shit since I had no idea what I was doing. If I don't have any of the tip tinner, am I good to just tin it with the solder wire itself?

  • @will6831

    @will6831

    4 жыл бұрын

    please dont say any bad words :(

  • @Tsunseyu
    @Tsunseyu2 жыл бұрын

    Very useful thank you 🙏🏼

  • @NavyGuy1991
    @NavyGuy19914 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!!

  • @dalevanderzee4086
    @dalevanderzee40869 ай бұрын

    Good video!. I would like to add that when you are finished soldering, to keep a generous amount of solder on the tip. This blocks oxidation of the tip and is actually strongly mentioned in the Hakko videos on using your soldering iron to greatly prolong the life of your tips.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    9 ай бұрын

    Your correct! Great add! Will be in the update video whenever it comes out 💪😎

  • @snipermanboss
    @snipermanboss5 жыл бұрын

    like the video i tin then clean then add some solder then start soldering every few solder joints i repeat the process and it allways looks nice and shiny

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    Right on dude, you know the drill. I appreciate the view and comment, hope to see you in the comments again in the future!

  • @laurentperier8331
    @laurentperier83315 жыл бұрын

    Very instructive video thank you ! I’ve a FX951 but never use the tinner so no way to solder .... will buy 1kilo ! Question : you never put solder when you put it on the stand ? I mean in sleep mode .

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    You know, multiple people have mentioned this and I started to do it, not a bad idea at all and good to do in practice it seems. Just make sure you hold it infront of your exhaust when you do it XD

  • @latinsmooth3050
    @latinsmooth30503 жыл бұрын

    love these vids. best teacher

  • @thokdesign
    @thokdesign2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks man, this is great for a novice like myself

  • @mrnuna4793
    @mrnuna47932 жыл бұрын

    After blasting my ear drums in The introduction, this became the best instructional tinning video out there....btw macro camera game is on point sir.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    2 жыл бұрын

    you know if this video didnt get so many dang views, id redo it. hahaha =D i appreciate the comment! you should go checkout the microsoldering 101-102 playlists i promise the audio it better =D

  • @FireguyNtx
    @FireguyNtx6 жыл бұрын

    I use the tip tinner also, my tips also have lasted over 2 +years, and I stab it just exactly like you said. Caustic or not, I will continue to do it like that, because I know it WORKS. Proof like they say, is in the pudding..... Thanks again for a great video.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    My man, you know what the real deal is. Appreciate the comment, feel free to stop back by anytime!

  • @SevenDeMagnus
    @SevenDeMagnus3 жыл бұрын

    Cool, thanks

  • @Bob_Adkins
    @Bob_Adkins3 жыл бұрын

    Weller says to store your tip well tinned to block the oxidation of the copper. BTW, mixing 2 metals into 1 is called "alloying". The cleaner and hotter metals are, the more likely they are to alloy. Tin and copper alloy very quickly if very hot, other metals alloy too, just slower to much slower.

  • @user-ss6zt2mo1l
    @user-ss6zt2mo1l3 жыл бұрын

    I’ve had the same tip on my Weller WP25 for 6 years.

  • @keelygreen6455
    @keelygreen64552 жыл бұрын

    I am new to soldering and just purchased a Weller. Their company videos show using the tin block or wire brush to clean the tips and recommend using the tip tinner only once in awhile as they feel it's too acidic and will eat through the tips. Their info had me concerrned I was going to ruin the tips with that kind of tinner. I GUESS YOU SHOWED THEM UP! THANKS!

  • @UnulOarecare

    @UnulOarecare

    8 ай бұрын

    Don't you think that the producer knows better how not to ruin his tool? Unless they want to sell more tips and in this case it's a risky job as users will find out that another no name station is better than Weller...

  • @Grayback1973
    @Grayback19733 жыл бұрын

    I use a damp sponge for cleaning and always keep the tip tinned. I solder a ton and my tips last about 2-3 months for the smaller 30 watt weller iron. I still don't understand why the tips get eaten away so quickly on my 150 watt weller though. It's the horseshoe style tip and the end always gets thin and eventually comes apart. Any advice on how to make those tips last longer? Is a damp sponge poissibly causing it?

  • @UnulOarecare

    @UnulOarecare

    8 ай бұрын

    not sure if it's still gonna help after all these years (just found this video) but if you believe that the sponge is causing your issue try to use only the metal wool or bras, how they call it

  • @zarzarel1910
    @zarzarel1910 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the advice...however, the advice is for professional or semi-professional soldering stations, quite expensive for the common man, who needs a maximum of 3-4 solderings in a month...and, especially , I for one am tired of "advice" like: "buy something more expensive, many problems (for example: the flux does not stick to the soldering tip) will be solved "by themselves"...many people have soldering stations made in China (I, for example, have a Baku702B) and I have been using it successfully for almost 6 years, the only problem being the lack of consumables (heating element A1322 or the hose-heating element assembly for the hot air blower), a fact that determined me to buy a Gordak 936A, for now...and it does the job I bought it for at this reduced price...as for fludor and flux, or fludor tweezers and tape, I do well with Cynel or BST 506 solder paste...I don't want and I'm not willing to pay more for something like Amtech or other more expensive ones with "extraordinary qualities" compared to the cheapest ones...it would be appropriate to present the way of working with soldering stations are more "cheap and common" than challenging people with expensive equipment that they will never be able to afford...and professionals who use expensive equipment should not forget that they also learned to work and train with cheap things hand for today's micro soldering

  • @TTT-V
    @TTT-V5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @autumnjeserich2689
    @autumnjeserich26894 ай бұрын

    I been soldering professionally everyday for a year and a half and both my irons have original tips. I didn't know this was a problem lol

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    3 ай бұрын

    Oh lord, yes haha, i think most shops i visit had tips that look like they survived a world war.

  • @masoodno
    @masoodno6 жыл бұрын

    Hey Justin, can you give some words about the hot air station you are using compared to Hakko and Weller. I need a new station the Quick 861DE is on my list as well. Thank you!

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    Get the Quick before the price climbs to high, best bang for the buck on the market right now. I went ahead and purchased a few of them myself, the 861 is about to become a classic.

  • @waynetaylor2784

    @waynetaylor2784

    6 жыл бұрын

    Got a good contact on aliexpress for 861w truly remarkable peice kit.. n justin recommended it, threw the hakko out not even in same league in my opinion...

  • @ZimaletaMotors
    @ZimaletaMotors5 жыл бұрын

    Awesome 👏

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    heck yea bro!

  • @dudesupreme191
    @dudesupreme1913 жыл бұрын

    Bro any tips for a stuck tip? My soldering iron is new and on my third use the tip became unusable, solder doesn't stick on it and the tip is stuck and I can't change it.. and it's not like it kept on for long or something, please help

  • @cate01a
    @cate01a Жыл бұрын

    Im a beginner and upset you didnt explain how long on how hot a tip will last before it gets oxidized, if when soldering your tip stays deoxidised or perhaps you should clean it every 5 mins its on, and if the iron should be full heat when using the sponge and tinning it and how to apply that deoxidizing stuff to your tip if you're just using solder wire

  • @waynetaylor2784
    @waynetaylor27846 жыл бұрын

    Justin 80% i use ultra fine tip abd hand peice, plus micro rweezer, hoof tip uftc my favourite best drag solder tip i used..

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    Oh right!, I have some hoof tops for my PACE, they are the truth for drag soldering. Wayne, do me a favor go PM me on reddit. /u/thephonegod

  • @Davidslabofficial
    @Davidslabofficial4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for tips

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    4 жыл бұрын

    Im glad the video helped out! Thanks for stopping by =)

  • @Davidslabofficial

    @Davidslabofficial

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheArtofRepair not a problem and thankyou

  • @robkelley1311
    @robkelley13116 жыл бұрын

    I have a question. So every single time I put the iron in the holder I have to tin it every single time I pull it out? Like I'm about to do a analog stick in a Xbox one controller. Should only be a great 10 minute job. So I'll do a couple joints take a 1 minute break and put the iron in the holder. So I will need to do it again after only doing 2 or 3 solder joints? Please reply ASAP. I'm doing this Saturday. Rob

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    Even if it's not the actual tip tinner, you need to make sure you're keeping the end of your iron clean and tinned at all times, you do not want any sort of oxidation buildup. learning to make tinning part of your process will help you to remember it always, even if you are just adding the solder wire itself and not using the tinner cup.

  • @robkelley1311

    @robkelley1311

    6 жыл бұрын

    TheArtofRepair I just watched some videos by Weller company and they said not to use tip tinner unless necessary. That the tip tinner has acid in it and will eat the tips if used too much. I bought the thermaltronics tip tinner off amazon.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ya know, its funny, iv been hearing that for years, and im sure it does have acid in it, but also, ill say that I have had no issues using the tip tinner every day vs not using it in terms of tip life. But again, you can also buy an ingot of 63/37 or something and use that as your tinner base.

  • @jjbailey01
    @jjbailey015 жыл бұрын

    The thing I notice a lot of folks doing is running their iron way too hot. Most electrical soldering does not require the hottest setting. Dial it way back. Too much heat burns flux, oxidizes the tip faster and causes you to have to re-tin within seconds. When you run too hot, the problems come at you faster. Burnt flux doesn't let the solder flow, then the tendency is to turn the heat up higher, because more heat melts solder, right? Wrong! Lower your temps to just hot enough to quickly flow the solder without burning the flux. Flux is your friend. Don't burn it and use plenty. Clean often, tin often. Oxidation is enemy #1.

  • @LILRHONDALEE
    @LILRHONDALEE Жыл бұрын

    I have a brand new tip, but cannot get it to tin! does that sponge have to be brass? I have one that is silver toned. I don't know why I can't tin it...I am really getting pissed! I guess that tinning paste is a must.

  • @Michaelblog456
    @Michaelblog4565 жыл бұрын

    What about tinning your soldering iron with clean layer of solder before turning it off?

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    This is also a very good idea as it prevents buildup at the tip itself. I appreciate the view and comment, hope to see you in the comments again in the future!

  • @friedmule5403
    @friedmule54034 жыл бұрын

    I was wondering if it would be better to store the tip into some sort of flux-bath or tin-bath when the soldering iron is off? So the tip is submerged into something that is great for the tip.

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    4 жыл бұрын

    I would say yes, If you can store it in any sort of oxygen free environment that would help the tip live longer. But also on that note, alot of the stations i grew up using did not have any auto sleep settings, so I got in the habbit of either using a foot pedal and keeping the device on. so It would only stay on as needed. or so just turn it off asap when im done with the iron. This will keep things nicer even longer.

  • @codymiller3608
    @codymiller36085 жыл бұрын

    I solder wire splices on wire harnesses every day at work. Though usually I only solder 5-10 all at once every 1.5-2 hours. I just want to clarify, it is bad to leave it hot? And do I need to tin the tip before I turn it off?

  • @JasonWW2000

    @JasonWW2000

    5 жыл бұрын

    Letting an iron run at say 350°C when not actually using it, just degrades and oxidizes the tip faster. If your iron can heat up fast, then just turn it off when not using it. The next best thing would be to turn the heat way down while it's "idling".

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    Jason is right, leaving it hot without looking after the tip is not good for the longevity of the tip for sure. Best to do as Jason mentioned, either that or pickup a unit that has a sleep feature.

  • @richard-mai
    @richard-mai3 жыл бұрын

    What's going to be the standard size/shape tip for general use? The FX951 on Amazon that comes with one tip uses a D16, but the bundle that comes with 5 tips comes with D08, D12, D24, D32 and D52. I believe I read that the FX888D uses a D16 by default. I think my old workplace used a D24 for soldering 22AWG stranded wire together but I can't really remember if it was that big, or if it just looked that big while tinned. Or would you even recommend going up to a D32? Which two or three chisel tips would you recommend? I was thinking the D12, D16, and D24. I'll probably only play around with computer keyboard PCBs, RC cars, and electric guitar wiring. Do you think a D08 is too small? Thanks!

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    3 жыл бұрын

    honestly, in your use case, just grab the cheap aftermarket t12 pack on ebay for 30 bucks and you will have all you need. Normal rule of thumb is, "largest tip that can do the job" which ends up really opening the door for you once you realize how many irons can be used for anything as long as they fit the joint.

  • @richard-mai

    @richard-mai

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @idsoftware7
    @idsoftware76 жыл бұрын

    Hey, Mike here. I want to start learning soldering, which Station do you recommend me? I like Hakko ones... thanks!

  • @ecurepair

    @ecurepair

    2 жыл бұрын

    Metcal

  • @markphilpot8734
    @markphilpot87342 жыл бұрын

    In the soldering world, there are hobbyist level, general level and precision levels. I deal with the latter on an extreme level compared to the J STD on a level 3 of that standard. This is the highest standard of soldering excellence you can achieve. You are correct about not altering your tip’s original configuration. The tip selection offered for your iron is all you have. This is not an issue on the more expensive stations as the irons have many tip choices and you aren’t as limited in tip selection. Buying off branded tips is usually met with unpleasant consequences like poor plating or tip material compromises. For some, this is not an issue, but in critical circuit ops, this is a no tolerance situation where compromise could mean loss of performance yielding failure leading to loss of life and or capital asset failure and mission failure. This is an extreme grade of work, but the responsibility of the operators is high and so is the reliability of the equipment they work on being critical. Compromise leads to failure and failure is not an option at this level. Procedures are followed and are more time consuming than basic soldering ops. Not all are able to perform at this level. It takes a whole different mindset and focus most are not able to achieve. I can break it down if anyone is interested. The rules are harsh for good reason. Human life is precious and mission failure is intolerable. It’s that simple. Press on and never compromise your work! Stay safe mates!😊👍🏻😷

  • @cchemmes-seeseeart3948

    @cchemmes-seeseeart3948

    11 ай бұрын

    What process do you follow?

  • @markphilpot8734

    @markphilpot8734

    11 ай бұрын

    @@cchemmes-seeseeart3948, it is classified as critical circuit soldering under the new J STD 006 level 3. In my first exposure to it was DOD STD 2000-1. This is and was then the hardest standard for soldering as it pertains to circuitry that is life critical, avionics in the military fall under this ruling, satellite electronics do also. Any medical electronics would fall under this standard. Human life and capital assets are at risk thus justifying the highest level of soldering available. You may look it up and learn a lot on the internet. The highest quality of soldering isn’t obtained by many people as this level of soldering demands 100% of your attention, your skill and your abilities. Your focus must be at a level that most are not capable of reaching. It isn’t forgiving as compromise is as far from this level as you can get. No wonder few ever achieve it. Military contractors have to utilize it for weapons systems. When you are dependent on any electronics, this is the standard used. Leaded or lead free solder is used in this standard.

  • @cchemmes-seeseeart3948

    @cchemmes-seeseeart3948

    11 ай бұрын

    @@markphilpot8734 Wow. I can get your point of why this would be so critical. I keep learning so much I never dreamed of. Thanks.

  • @TheRealDealAirsoft
    @TheRealDealAirsoft3 жыл бұрын

    Really good video

  • @Be3Al2
    @Be3Al23 жыл бұрын

    can these methods work on wood burning tips as well?

  • @neciasilver5357
    @neciasilver5357 Жыл бұрын

    Does the wire scrubber thing need to brass, is that the best type? Is there any alternative I could use, cus I'm sitting here trying to finish a job and can't find my tin with my cleaner in it, and I honestly have no clue what else I could use that won't ruin or do something weird to my tip. I'm self taught with this been learning what I can from youtube, and random people I encounter at like hardware stores and electronic repair stores, but I don't have anyone who's experienced to learn from or call up to ask dumb questions like this. I'm sure I sound like a total novice here, which I am, I admit. But im trying to learn and have less learning the hard way. Thank you

  • @mohandmohand2047
    @mohandmohand20472 жыл бұрын

    I have soldring iron tip tapered and not get iron broblume how to clean it and iron conect on it I sanded it and removed the black layer, but it still doesn't catch the lead. What is the reason?

  • @NathanReevesnate808
    @NathanReevesnate8085 жыл бұрын

    Best tips/soldering iron combo for smt work?

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    4 жыл бұрын

    This will be its own video here soon. No worries. But tbh, short answer is whatever fits the pad with the most surface area =)

  • @tjdonaldson6923
    @tjdonaldson69234 жыл бұрын

    Hey Justin. Great video my man. Buuut one thing i would suggest [ based on yrs of editing with an eraser ] could you make the intro even louder? That way I can hear all the criticism from the comments in hifi. So lucky to have that vast library of knowledge from OG KZreaders. If I offended anyone with my humour im truly sorry, I couldn't think of a funnier comment.

  • @tjdonaldson6923

    @tjdonaldson6923

    4 жыл бұрын

    Seriouly though. Your a very patient kind guy. You responded to 3 dozen ppl who all had the same comment, complaint. Lol read before you review ppl lol

  • @johanponin1360
    @johanponin13604 жыл бұрын

    Tip tinner is quite magical if you don't know chemistry. I wonder if one can just make find tin dust and make some DIY paste with rosin flux.

  • @Terminatr00
    @Terminatr005 жыл бұрын

    How long does it take for a tip to become irrecoverable? I just bought a weller wps18mp and began soldering without knowledge of oxidation being the enemy. The thing is, the iron has been switched on for a sum of maybe 10 mins in the 3 times I’ve tried to use it, giving me problems as early as the 2 use. I know it’s not the greatest iron, but I’m not gonna be soldering enough to buy $100+ iron. Does this sound normal? Does it really go that bad that quick?

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    4 жыл бұрын

    I would say once the very tip cannot hold solder anymore is about when its done. Never a good idea to actually shave or reshape the tips.

  • @LionPerfeKt
    @LionPerfeKt3 жыл бұрын

    I just bought a solder station from Amazon. I am trying to remove tension module from ps5 controller.. the solder will not melt at all. I am not sure why. I was able to remove the replacement module needed to insert with no issues, but the ps5 solder will not melt...would ypu know why?

  • @lxOFWGKTAxl
    @lxOFWGKTAxl5 жыл бұрын

    So i saw you in one of Scotty's videos (the rfid/nfc one) lol nasty ice cream! I just accidentally came across your channel! Didnt even know you had one. Anyway, you got a new sub!

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    5 жыл бұрын

    Andrew Meredith I’m in the background in his video?! Where lol

  • @mariodelzo
    @mariodelzo3 жыл бұрын

    Hi. What type of gloves you should use for soldering small components?

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mario DL the ones I use are in my videos description :)

  • @mariodelzo

    @mariodelzo

    3 жыл бұрын

    TheArtofRepair Nitrile gloves?, I just trying to find them on Amazon. I hate when my hands sweet during soldering

  • @TheArtofRepair

    @TheArtofRepair

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mario DL yea 3-4mill textured nitrile seem to work great. Just gota crank the ac 😂

  • @Colhogan06
    @Colhogan064 жыл бұрын

    Any soldering station or setup should also have a decent multimeter included. I am partial to Fluke but there are many of them out there that are pretty inexpensive. Fluke makes a pretty inexpensive one for about $40 bucks but you can get them for half that and even half again. But you get what you pay for so it's important to keep that in mind. If you are only going to use it to check continuity and simple stuff, maybe a $10 one will work. But if you are going to be checking circuits and capacitance or resistance or maybe just a combination of everything a meter could be used for, then you may want to spend a little more. Especially if it's going to be used a lot. Having a good multimeter will pay for itself the first time it catches something that saves you lots of $$$$$.

  • @KimoKimochii

    @KimoKimochii

    8 ай бұрын

    wtf u on about lol