HorizonRC.com How To - Soldering Basics

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http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=ASCLRP65800
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Articles/Article.aspx?ArticleID=2094

While surfing the forums recently I was shocked at a particular post. One member wanted to know how much his local shop would charge to solder a new connector to his battery pack. I was shocked when I read this, as perhaps the one skill I have picked up over the years - and can't do without - has been soldering. The more I looked into this matter, the more I became aware that there really weren't any good resources showing people what soldering is, why it's necessary or how to do it. That's where we come in.

Soldering isn't some secret mumbo-jumbo task that you need to have a masters degree in rocket science to be able to perform. It's actually quite easy if you know what you're doing and have the right tools at your disposal. We've recently had a chance to test perhaps the best soldering setup out there right now, the LRP High-Power Soldering Station. This made it the perfect time to demonstrate some of the basics of soldering. We're going to show you how to properly use and maintain your soldering iron, provide some soldering tips, and show you how to perform two of the most common soldering tasks: direct-wiring an electric motor to your speed controller and installing a Deans Ultra Plug. The steps are simple and straightforward and, in most circumstances, just about anyone should be able to perform them.

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[compassman33]

are there different types of deans connectors , i have seen deans with flat connectors and i have seen deans with stick like connectors, is there a difference and does it matter

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@compassman33 The ones shown here are Deans Ultra Plugs

[bobbygotland]

where do they sell those soldering stations?

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@bobbygotland We have them on the Horizon Hobby website. If you look in the "More Info" section for this video the top link provided will take you to where you can purchase one.

[purplelambo95]

if you solder a motor directly to the esc on a slash how are u supposed to clean the motor

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@purplelambo95 You can either unsolder it to clean it or leave it connected, I've done both.

[killersushi99]

Throws solder gun out the window P==-

[Kankki1]

Umm… 60/40 Lead free solder? I think somebody messed up here.

[burtonkidd]

I would rather not spend $220 for a soldering station.

I bought a station last year for $90 temps up to 850*F 60W.

perfect for what i use it for. 

[1521joe]

5 stars

thankyou for such a good video

[ciprianwiner]

really nice tips

[chris07081]

o btw what are you cleaning the iron with

[chris07081]

thx man mad video