Modding today's hardware often means moving or removing tiny surface mount components, and using a standard soldering iron feels about as effective as using a hammer to kill a fly. If buying an ...

Our commenteers have all said good things about the open-source TS100 soldering iron pencil: things like “it solders well”. But we’ve all got soldering irons that solder well. What possible ...

Need a soldering iron that reaches extreme temperatures? This DIY tool hits 1000°C and can be made with everyday components. Great for electronics repairs, creative builds, or just learning how ...

Electronic enthusiasts, makers and hobbyists interested in building their very own DIY wireless soldering iron really interested in a new kit created by the team over at Electronoobs. watch the ...

This is purpose-built hardware, of course — you won’t be putting it together cap by cap — but it’s not exactly plug and play, either. You’ll need a soldering iron, snippers, and some ...

Cordless soldering irons are, as a rule, terrible. A few months ago, you could pick up a cordless soldering iron from Radio Shack that was powered by AAA batteries. You can guess how well those wor… ...