By buildmcafee
A soldering kit contains all the tools you need to get started with your first soldering projects. You can buy kits with a range of features depending on your needs. Shop for soldering kits and multimeters that are portable and easy to carry, while others include everything you need to do more advanced work at home or in a workshop. You’ll also find kits that contain a multimeter, which is useful for checking connections and confirming they are correct.
Smart Irons
Smart irons are like the F1 cars of the soldering world – they are fast and deliver precise thermal output. Pinecil v2 is the current pinnacle of the class, putting out 140W of power to its tip in just 10 seconds. It has a selection of precise and blunt tips, enables DC and USB power input and allows you to set your temperature. It also comes with a stand that keeps your bench clear and looks great too.
Soldering Gun
A soldering gun is a brute force tool, ideal for more substantial jobs such as soldering heavy-duty wires or speakers. This Weller 140W model is a good choice and puts out 480 degrees Celsius in six seconds, meaning it can handle big tasks. It can be a little clumsy for delicate work, but for more rough and ready projects it’s the best thing to have on hand.
If you’re going to be travelling between your home workspace and a workshop, a portable soldering kit is worth considering. The Fnirsi HS-01 is a worthy challenger to the Pinecil v2, and costs around $30, it heats up in just 15 seconds, uses USB power for portability, and has a wide selection of precision and blunt tips.