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Soldering station in the $50-$60 range

post #1 of 16
3/9/11 at 7:34pm
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I'm looking at modding my headphones and then building a Millett Hybrid Max Headphone amp.

Now I need to decided on a soldering station ($50-$60), brands like Hakko, Weller and Aoyuo come up.

So what do you DIY people currently like right now?

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post #2 of 16
3/9/11 at 7:52pm
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Found this one for $41 (including shipping)

CSI Deluxe Station w/Analog Display (CSI-STATION1A)

http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307

 

But still deciding, want to hear for the more experianced DIYers.

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post #3 of 16
3/9/11 at 8:42pm

I don't have a link for you but the Weller WLC100 I use has lasted me for more than 15 years without any problems. There are also 5 different sized tips available for this unit. Whatever you buy, make sure they sell a variety of tips for the unit. I believe Parts Express carries it in the US. It may be over your budget a bit but you get what you pay for. Hope this helps!

 

update! $57.48 in their current catalog.

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post #4 of 16
3/9/11 at 10:03pm
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Originally Posted by Legis31 View Post

I don't have a link for you but the Weller WLC100 I use has lasted me for more than 15 years without any problems. There are also 5 different sized tips available for this unit. Whatever you buy, make sure they sell a variety of tips for the unit. I believe Parts Express carries it in the US. It may be over your budget a bit but you get what you pay for. Hope this helps!

 

update! $57.48 in their current catalog.

The local Fry's sells it for $39.99.
 

 

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post #5 of 16
3/10/11 at 6:59am
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Originally Posted by Tacoboy View Post

Found this one for $41 (including shipping)

CSI Deluxe Station w/Analog Display (CSI-STATION1A)

http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307

 

But still deciding, want to hear for the more experianced DIYers.


I have that same soldering station from MPJA

http://www.mpja.com/prodinfo.asp?number=15140+TL

 

No complaints what-so-ever

 

 

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post #6 of 16
3/10/11 at 1:04pm

I use the Aoyue 936 which looks like the same exact station as the "CSI Deluxe" station linked above, and its really worked well for me.  I've done a ton of soldering with it already, and its still running strong.  No need to spend anymore in my opinion.

 

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post #7 of 16
3/10/11 at 1:57pm

i use the csi-station1a as one of my soldering rigs.  it works fine, no real complaints.

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post #8 of 16
3/10/11 at 3:17pm
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Ordered the CSI Deluxe Station w/Analog Display (CSI-STATION1A)

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post #9 of 16
3/10/11 at 3:25pm
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What is the best kind of solder to use when doing modds on Headphones?

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post #10 of 16
3/11/11 at 5:20pm

I like cardas quad eutectic solder.  It's not the cheapest stuff by any means, but it flows great and you don't have to hit it was a ton of heat.  You can pick it up on Ebay in smaller amounts for like $10.

 

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post #11 of 16
3/12/11 at 10:43am

Kester 44 here. 63/37 eutectic mix. 0.020 diameter.

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post #12 of 16
3/12/11 at 8:00pm

+1 on the recommendations for the two solders above. The Cardas is up to $80 or so for a pound, worth it imho but if you're just starting out, the Kester 63/37 is more than ample and very easy to work with.

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post #13 of 16
3/12/11 at 8:20pm
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Ordered 10' of Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder for $5 off eBay.  for $5     off


Edited by Tacoboy - 3/18/11 at 10:39pm
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post #14 of 16
3/14/11 at 10:23pm

http://www.instructables.com/id/10ish-DIY-Variable-Temp-Soldering-Iron-Controller/

 

Just sayin.

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post #15 of 16
3/14/11 at 10:43pm

that's a really nice soldering station....for a dimmer switch.

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