I'm working on building a HDTV antenna and I need to soldering some copper wires to a 6 gauge cooper wire. Will this iron be enough to do the job?
612580
I honestly don't know, but I wouldn't use this for something that has to be exposed to the elements.
1080870
What type of projects? If you're doing basic electronics/repairs this iron would be fine. For larger projects you might want one with a station and variable temps. I don't do much more than electronic project kits. This iron works fine for that.
1685432
Are their better tools out their yes, it always goes back to the user I have been using this wire stripper I with wire gauge from 16 - 24 it does a great job just practice and you will not be disappointed it does a great job yes you can spend crazy dollars , just spend time practiceing,,,,,,,if this is being used for the working around the home from repairing tube/ solid state electronics to home wiring you will not go wrong. Just practice and you will-do great
1345586
Absolutely! I am cutting galvanized 3/16" fencing wire. The copper is much softer and 1/8" would be even easier. You will have no issues with these except they may be slower than the Stakon Cutter Crimpers which is my go-to for Electrical use.
1695873
Yes, I have soldered this wire. I have also used it for artistic soldering on my stone wraps. Just make sure it is clean and use flux.
1164843
Yes it will, but keep in mind that this is not for continuous use. Do not leave the iron switched on for long time.
1678705
I am sure It will get the job done. With enough wire and a grinder. I only posted because I had an issue with them calling it a mig (metal inert gas) welder when it is in fact a flux core welder.
1943277
I am not sure what you are asking? I do use it to solder heavy wire, has plenty of heat. I have soldered #10 wire no problem. Some have soldered # 8 wire. You wouldn't use it to solder a circuit board.
573346
The stand in variable. You can adjust the heat for your needs. The wires in a guitar cable would be an easy job for this iron. If you don't know how to solder, see youtube.
2161976
It's not the best soldering iron but it would work great I bet for making battle damage on plastic.
1124792
Hot enough to melt the solder but not the came. Try it on a test piece of came...if the came melts, the iron is too hot.
2075267
I own two of these, and I solder copper to steel and aluminum to steel. This is the most powerful electric soldering iron I've ever found. Just make sure you use the right flux for the soldering you are doing. You might also try a small butane torch if your work piece is large.
1382574
It can cut copper wire up to 16 AWG with ease. It also doubles as nail clips. Should be able to cut wood sticks up to 3/8 in diameter.
1877200
No, this mold is made of aluminum, so the temperatures required to melt copper is much higher than what this mold can handle. I suggest an iron mold for what you want.
855814
I think yes. I have 60 watt soldering iron and I'm quite pleased with this holder.
1951298
absolutely...but you may need to weld both sides though and/or use a circular motion and highest current setting. May need to play around with wire feed speed as well. I'd practice on some scraps first...
1791076
NO, not designed for that function. A continuous heated solder Iron would work nicely.