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Cheaper fine-pitch soldering setup with Wellers RT tips

hp-banjohatHP (@banjohat) 04/05/2016 at 20:182 Comments

I finally managed to make a short video demonstration of the soldering pen. It can be found here:

I fumble a bit - so much for unscripted one-takes :)

I've tried to compile a list of the things I still need to finish (not in order):

- making a stand
- making a casing
- make temperature control via buttons
- slow down LED pulse
- general cleanup (in HW and FW)

I hope you like it (and share the project)

Also - Thanks for the fantastisk StickVise @Alex Rich! I'm sorry I'm using the 3d knockoff. I promise I will get the real one when I order from the HaD shop next time!

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Alex Rich wrote 04/05/2016 at 21:26 point

@HP (@banjohat) This is an awesome build, can't believe it works exactly like the really Weller station which runs like $500.  I have one at work and love it, can't justify it at home.  Are you going to sell boards on Tindie or something?  FYI - no big deal using the 3d printed Stickvise, whatever works for you!  I think you'll like the metal one if you get it, just heavier and overall sturdier.

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René Arts wrote 04/05/2016 at 20:33 point

Really sweet! I'm impressed by the almost lightning fast heat up time of the tip. Keep up the good work -->  when finished I would definitely consider buying/building one!

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