So, I ordered up some Mogami cable and Neutrik plugs to rewire my pedal board. I'm experienced with general soldering, but haven't had to do a bunch of cables before. The iron I currently have is 25W. Will that be adequate for the job, or is it recommended to use one with more power? I don't want to end up with cold solder joints.
Thanks!
Re: Soldering iron recommendations
PostPosted:Wed Aug 08, 2012 5:42 am
by TI4-1009
I was a lot happier after I moved up from a 25w to a 45w. A lot more heat- you can get in and out a lot faster, particularly for soldering grounds onto pots. For cables and jacks you might be OK with the 25.
Re: Soldering iron recommendations
PostPosted:Thu Aug 09, 2012 4:37 am
by Cmnaround
I found this video to be really helpful. This guy shows exactly how to solder with lots of good tips. He also recommends a 40W over a 25W.
Re: Soldering iron recommendations
PostPosted:Thu Aug 09, 2012 5:25 pm
by spacefunkologist
That was as useful and informative a youtube vid as Ive ever seen. Great stuff man, Thanks!
Re: Soldering iron recommendations
PostPosted:Fri Aug 10, 2012 5:34 am
by NSP
Yeah, thanks guys. I used my 25W for the cables and they're turning out great. However, I'd definitely use a 40W for soldering to the backs of pots.