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Soldering is a process often used when working with electronics. It consists of melting one metal to connect two or more metal pieces. This connection not only creates an electrical connection, but it also secures a component in place.
 
Soldering is a process often used when working with electronics. It consists of melting one metal to connect two or more metal pieces. This connection not only creates an electrical connection, but it also secures a component in place.
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=== Safety When Soldering  ===
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* When Soldering be sure to wet the sponge being used inorder to avoid burning it or ruining the tip of the iron
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* Don’t leave the iron unsupervised and on
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* Long exposure of the iron to the PCB and other electronic components will lead to them burning
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* Don’t touch the tip or neck of the iron
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* Allow the solder and board to cool before handling
      
=== Types of Soldering ===
 
=== Types of Soldering ===
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=== Safety When Soldering ===
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* When Soldering be sure to wet the sponge being used in order to avoid burning it or ruining the tip of the iron
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* Don’t leave the iron unsupervised and on
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* Long exposure of the iron to the PCB and other electronic components will lead to them burning
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* Don’t touch the tip or neck of the iron
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* Allow the solder and board to cool before handling
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* Always solder with ventilation, as the fumes are toxic and can lead to respiratory irritations after extended exposure.
    
== Equipment and Materials ==
 
== Equipment and Materials ==
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