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Melting solder will produce fumes and so you must always solder in well ventilated areas, this goes especially for any solder that contains lead.
 
Melting solder will produce fumes and so you must always solder in well ventilated areas, this goes especially for any solder that contains lead.
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* <u>''Select the correct temperature''</u>
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** 700F (370C) for through hole components and wires
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** 600F (315C) for surface mount components
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** Higher temperatures can damage
    
== Equipment and Materials ==
 
== Equipment and Materials ==
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=== Remember to: ===
 
=== Remember to: ===
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# Select the correct temperature
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#* 700F (370C) for through hole components and wires
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#* 600F (315C) for surface mount components
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#* Higher temperatures can damage
   
# Clean the tip between uses
 
# Clean the tip between uses
 
#* It’s better to use the gold wool to clean the tips rather than the sponges
 
#* It’s better to use the gold wool to clean the tips rather than the sponges
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