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abrannan:

--- Quote from: Industen on July 06, 2004, 06:23:39 am ---I've used this product on many boards and it works great. The most frequently would be MOD chips on a PS2 and simple PS2 controller soldering. It saves so much time rather then fumbling around with a normal iron. Do it quickly though because it does get rather hot. It even came with an amazing wire stripper that IMO is worth $20 by itself and a handy infomercial carrying case  ;D.



https://www.asseenontvnetwork.com/vcc/coldheat/coldheat/115261/

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The only thing is that stripper isn't good on very thin guage wire.  But for the 18-22 ga that you're most likely to use, it's WONDERFUL.

JackTucky:
My general rule is, anything advertised on TV with that announcers voice, or, if I have to call in the next 10 minutes, will NOT WORK.

But, you guys give it the thumbs up, so, I ordered one.

Now if my white paste that removes everything, my portable battery sewing machine, my quick defroster, and  my natural bra  :o all worked, that would be awesome.

Art

/edit  How much was shipping?

Industen:
I think it was around $6 but with the wire stripper you really have to pay $4 for shipping so it's around $10. They offer you 2 other tips during checkout too...I didn't get them...god knows what that would have boosted the shipping up to.

ErikRuud:
It is not a peltier junction.

Read the FAQ, they are running a current through the solder itself to generate heat. That is why the tips are split.

--- Quote ---8. What is the spark I see sometimes during soldering?
The spark (arc) is caused electrical current passes from one half of the tip to the other. Although the tool's spark should not damage any electrical or electronic components, we recommend caution when soldering sensitive components. Also, ensure that the tool is not used in flammable or explosive environments, such such as near gas or gasoline fumes.

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abrannan:

--- Quote from: Industen on July 06, 2004, 02:56:04 pm ---I think it was around $6 but with the wire stripper you really have to pay $4 for shipping so it's around $10. They offer you 2 other tips during checkout too...I didn't get them...god knows what that would have boosted the shipping up to.

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I just ordered mine, skipped the wire stripper (I already have 2 of them), but I did get the tips.  Total was $41.90.

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