Technology is pervasive, present almost everywhere, and an important part of many devices is a circuit board. While few will ever need to know more about circuit boards, much less build one, for those interested in doing so, creating a prototype, often called a protoboard, is a must. To do that, soldering is a vital … Read more
A soldering iron is one of the most essential tools that you can have. Two of the most popular types of irons are butane and electric, but which one is best for you? Butane and electric irons essentially perform the same task but in different ways. Since they use different heat sources, they are better … Read more
Solder paste and flux are mixtures used to essentially ‘glue’ metals together. If you are working in metallurgy, plumbing, electric circuit boards, and much more, it is important to know the difference between solder paste and flux. Solder Paste is a product used to glue different parts of metal alloy to each other. In contrast, … Read more
Anyone who’s into plumbing or home improvement has heard of SharkBite fittings. With all the buzz about this easy, beginner-friendly option, you may be questioning the reliability of these fittings, especially against copper ones. If you’re looking for answers, you’ve come to the right place. Generally, soldering copper pipe is the better, more reliable option, … Read more
Whether you’re brand-new to soldering or you’ve been doing it a while, you might be wondering the differences between a soldering gun and a soldering iron. Which one is the best choice for you? The simple answer is both! The major difference between them is that guns are better for heavy-duty jobs and irons are … Read more
Both plumbing solder and electrical solder are used to join two metal pieces together. So, since they both serve the same general purpose, does that mean that they are the same as each other? Plumbing solder and electrical solder are not the same. They differ in areas such as the way flux is used, their … Read more