I've only had the 808 for a few months and I've only done one big project with it. I had to clean out the solder a couple of times when removing about 16 chips, but I did that within an hour while I was chatting. I have accidentally burned myself a few times with the tip cleaner, it's just a straight wire, if you touch anything but the little handle prepare for a scar.
Pics of peoples workspaces would also be great...What are you guys housing your tools in or on? Right now im having a hard time keeping all my tools in a larger size plastic tool box and have been looking around at some alternatives that will allow me to still keep it portable.
What tips do you guys use with your WELLERs and HAKKOs?
this is a really helpful thread, I was always wondering what I would need for cab maintenance should I invest in a cab
Can anyone recommend a nice high quality drill bit set? I could use a new set, and I want sharp ones for drilling holes in my powdercoated MV-2 cover. I want to generate as little heat as possible to hopefully minimize possible paint flaking.
I don't need 100 different bits, just a decent assortment.
great info.
this thread should get the 'sticky' treatment.
Can anyone recommend a nice high quality drill bit set? I could use a new set, and I want sharp ones for drilling holes in my powdercoated MV-2 cover. I want to generate as little heat as possible to hopefully minimize possible paint flaking.
I don't need 100 different bits, just a decent assortment.
What kind of solder are you guys using? The stuff I got lay time sucks monkey balls
If the powdercoating was done right, it won't chip. It might get a slight orange peel look due to the heat though.