Mark (TT): I think Craig Clark's word was "FUGEDABOUTIT!" To which I will append....how many BTU's can you cram in a double A cell? Further to that, in 10 years in Vermont, I also observed that my ra
Author: k7lxc--- via TowerTalk <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:58:32 +0000 (UTC)
I have a number of small connectors in the antenna field that require soldering. These are CinchJones connectors and the wire size being soldered is or Lithium battery solution. Anyone have experien
There is a soldering iron attachment available to screw on to a propane bottle. You can find them at the box stores. I have used one for years with good results. They are probably pricey, as is every
Don't overthink it. I recently did a project that involved some soldering of connectors for process instruments around a pyrolysis plant. Using a plug in soldering iron or gun would have involved car
Milwaukee tools sells one in their M12 line Fred. K3BHX Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: TowerTalk <towertalk-bounces@contesting.com> on behalf of k7l
Ive got this one, works great. I know there are less expensive options out there. https://solder-it.com/product/solderpro-120/ Chris KF7P Milwaukee tools sells one in their M12 line Fred. K3BHX Get O
I use Iroda Solder Pro 120. Very good, even with wind. It has a good power capacity, for thick cables. Works as torch too. https://pro-iroda.com/products/butane-soldering-irons/pro-120/ 73, Maximo <h
Author: Tyler Stewart via TowerTalk <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:16:10 +0000 (UTC)
Ive got Master Appliance Ultratorch UT-200si and Ut-100si. They both work well but temperature control can be an issue. Its on you to throttle the butane to keep temperature under control. The 200
My 2-cents worth...hi..hi: I've used the propane torch soldering tip attachment. They are quite large for small, "tight" spaces like on a 'Jones connector. Even worse is the flame/heat that shoots ou
I've used the propane torch soldering tip attachment. They are quite large for small, "tight" spaces like on a 'Jones connector. Even worse is the flame/heat that shoots out from the side holes that
I have a small propane soldering iron and a Bernzomatic torch with a large clip on soldering tip but I really prefer an electric soldering iron. The small propane's tip and little mass and they all h
Author: "Jon Zaimes, AA1K via TowerTalk" <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2022 02:24:43 +0000 (UTC)
My son N3TTT and I each have a Milwaukee M12 cordless soldering iron and use them frequently in our t tower work, soldering 83-1SP and other connectors in all kinds of weather. Previously tried sever
Those can scorch the cable/wire insulation you are trying to solder. (That propane flame has to go somewhere.) There used to be models that had a flame chamber filled with metal mesh, more of a catal
Solder-It is this way - the flame stays entirely under the soldering top, and is enclosed. 73, Pete N4ZR Check out the new Reverse Beacon Network web server at<https://reversebeacon.net>. For spots,
Out in the field, I've been using a Weller P2KC butane iron. As Pete explained, the flame stays contained within the tip. Its construction is very solid but like all soldering devices, it's susceptib
Author: Ming Ying via TowerTalk <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Sat, 1 Oct 2022 11:32:19 -0400
I have been using Portasol SuperPro 125 for a few years, its been very good for soldering wires and PL-259s as well as shrinking heat shrinks. It has adjustable output and a few tips and accessaries.