[TowerTalk] PL-259 Soldering temperature

[Keith Dutson]

I took a Weller propane iron kit on the VP8WWW DXpedition.  I don't remember
the model number but it was about $50 from the 'net and came with a variety
of tips/attachments.  It performed quite well although we did not try it on
any PL259 connectors.  The iron has a heat range controlled by a valve and
we had it set to about half way.  I think it would work on a PL259 but would
be quite difficult in windy conditions.

Keith NM5G/VP8DXL

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[mailto:towertalk-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Red
Sent: Monday, January 24, 2005 10:03 PM
To: TowerTalk
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] PL-259 Soldering temperature

Hi, Gang;

Any experience or advise on using a propane heated soldering tip for
soldering the PL-259?  I'm referring to the rather heavy tips, 1/4 or 3/8"
diameter.  They can be custom made for extra mass and to mate the job.  They
tend to get too hot and burn the flux if the propane is turned on full.
Should they be filed to fit the curve of the connector or to fit into the
hole?

73 de WOØW

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