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Originally Posted by pjs autos
wud 50 watt iron b plenty???
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Yep, I use a 45watt weller temperature controlled soldering station that I have had for 20 years so 50 watts would be fine.
Tip size is also important, 3mm flat chisel tip is manly enough for most applications up to about 14swg cable any bigger like 12swg I break out the 75w Weller iron this has an 8mm round tip. Great for soldering cells if you are still in to that sort of thing.
It is worth paying extra to buy a quality soldering iron that will last as the cheaper ones are cheaper for a reason, tips burn through, elements burn out etc.
The type of solder used also can play a part in how well your joints turn out, the modern lead free solder is not as good as the old 60/40 Tin Lead with a flux core, so seek out some if you can and dont breathe in the fumes.