[Tacoboy]

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?

 

[Tacoboy]

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.

 

[Legis31]

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.

 

[Tacoboy]

Quote:

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.
 
 

 

[nullstring]

Quote:

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
 
 

 

[Horio]

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.
 

 

[holland]

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

 

[Tacoboy]

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

 

[Tacoboy]

What is the best kind of solder to use when doing modds on Headphones?

 

[Horio]

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.
 

 

[holland]

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

 

[HiGHFLYiN9]

+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.

 

[Tacoboy]

Ordered 10' of Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder for $5 off eBay.  for $5     off

 

[shrimants]

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

 

[holland]

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