Like your other hand tools and work equipment, you may want
to do everything you can to make sure your soldering tips last as long as
possible. Fortunately, soldering tips are built to last for years and typically
require minimal maintenance to keep them in good condition. You may already tin
your tips to keep them in good working condition. Tinning the tips after each
use protects the plating and also prevents damage like chipping or cracking.
If you have never tinned your soldering tips, you may be
unsure of how to carry out this protective measure adequately. Tinning simply
calls for you to wipe off the tips with a damp sponge after every use and then
flooding the tips with solder before you unplug your iron. It is vital that you
know how to tin your tips well and that you do this preventative measure after
every use. This measure will help keep your tips in good working order and also
ensure that your future resistance soldering
projects will be successful.
Like most tools, however, there may come a time when you
must replace the tips entirely. Knowing when to take this step is important if
you want to avoid spending money unnecessarily. You should replace your
soldering tips if you see that the plating on them has been damaged like
cracked or chipped.
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