What to Know About Soldering Temperatures
Posted by on 10/11/2016 to
Having a better understanding of your brand of iron, your components, and your soldering tip can make the biggest difference in results for your project.
Why LED Lights?
Posted by on 9/25/2016 to
Magnifiers are a great asset to any soldering job, and for that the WaveRoom Plus wants to offer our customers the best products on the market. Though we could offer you just any magnifier, we can think of more than a couple reasons that investing in one of our magnifiers with LED lights is the right answer.
Check Your Quality with Soldering Gauges
Posted by on 9/12/2016 to
Of all the soldering irons and other tools we sell to hobbyists, sometimes our customers forget that the WaveRoom Plus also supply businesses involved in electronics manufacturing equipment for their jobs. One featured item we’ve received quite a few questions about is our WaveRoom Plus LC1210 LEV CHEK® Wave Soldering Gauge.
Dispense Flux Easily with WaveRoom Products
Posted by on 8/30/2016 to
WaveRoom Plus loves telling our customers about our products, like the importance of having flux available while soldering. We’ve taken the time before to explain the use of flux as a cleaning agent used to absorb impurities that could impact your work while using a solder iron. We even talked about how and why flux is cored in wire solder, but we didn’t touch upon the benefits of having a simple and inexpensive dispensing bottle.
Featured Product: Hakko ESD Safe Thermal Wire Stripper
Posted by on 8/17/2016 to
One of our favorite items to talk about at WaveRoom are our Hakko soldering stations because we know they create some insanely awesome and beneficial soldering irons and accessories. In fact, the reason they offer such great products is because of their 60 years of experience and dedication to quality. And because of that reason, one of our featured items of the month is the Hakko FT801-02 ESD-Safe Thermal Wire Stripper. To keep it simple, let’s talk about the benefits.
Find a New Hobby Soldering!
Posted by on 8/14/2016 to
Summer is a great time to pick up new hobbies, especially those that can be done all year long, even in our tough New England winters!
Why You Should Splurge for a Soldering Iron
Posted by on 8/7/2016 to
If you’ve been thinking about buying your first soldering iron, you will know that many vary in price. And you might find yourself wondering if you should stick with a $15 iron from your local retail store or spend a little extra. The WaveRoom Plus knows how difficult of a decision this can be because you’re just starting out! There are many considerations when choosing, but we can think of a few perks you receive when you splurge for a nicer soldering iron.
Why You Need a Wire Stripper
Posted by on 7/31/2016 to
For anyone who has attempted using a soldering iron for electrical components in the past, they have come to realize or learn that insulated wires do not hold solder. Not only can it be increasingly frustrating it becomes a tedious task of removing the insulation from wires.
Why We Love Featuring Our Discounted Products
Posted by on 7/28/2016 to
It isn’t surprising to any of us at the WaveRoom Plus when a customer comes in looking for a Hakko soldering station or other supplies, they are a little hesitant to invest in our discounted products.
Ways to Improve Your Soldering Accuracy
Posted by on 7/25/2016 to
Sometimes, we find ourselves unable to determine what might make our soldering experience better or worse when we’re new to soldering in general. It’s a trial and error, and some days are better than other. WaveRoom Plus has enough experience helping our customers become more precise with their soldering abilities by offering small tips that can improve their accuracy and make for better soldering joints.
Must-Have Soldering Tools for Beginners
Posted by on 7/21/2016 to
Picking up a new hobby or job opportunity is great, but we all have to start somewhere when it comes to our skills and supplies. WaveRoom Plus loves it when we have new customers enter our store and ask questions because electronics manufacturing is a thriving and exciting industry to be a part of.
Soldering Iron Tip Maintenance
Posted by on 7/17/2016 to
Anyone who might be new to soldering irons and soldering in general might not know some of the basic soldering iron tip maintenances that should be utilized. A common problem found with soldering iron tips are rust and corrosion, and many are left to wonder, what gives?
Soldering for More Than Electronics
Posted by on 7/10/2016 to
WaveRoom Plus has new and returning customers every single that that work with soldering tools for electronic components. These range from personal to commercial use, and we consider ourselves experts in this line of work.
Why Tronex Tools Are So Awesome
Posted by on 7/3/2016 to
The WaveRoom Plus wants our customers to have the best, so we need to supply those in the electronic manufacturing industry with the best. Our collection of Tronex tools are essential for any person looking to make precision cuts in their project.
Solder Masking Makes Your Job Easier
Posted by on 7/1/2016 to
With items as intricate as electronic components, it can be difficult to use a solder iron around various surfaces that have different compatibility with solder. WaveRoom Plus knows the importance of this detail oriented work and suggest solder masking dispensing systems to make your soldering experience better than before.
Extend the Life of Your Tip
Posted by on 6/29/2016 to
When you’ve been working with a soldering iron for some time, you have come to realize that many of your projects are only as good as the tools you use, and maintaining these tools means saving yourself some money and headaches in the long run.
Upgrade Your Vision
Posted by on 6/20/2016 to
Whether you solder as a hobby or to fix your own electronics, WaveRoom Plus can think of a few ways to improve your current techniques. As you move between projects, you will find yourself working in very intricate and delicate details, simply because everything is made smaller all the time. For those more detail-oriented soldering jobs, we want you to save yourself from squinting by investing in magnifiers or microscopes through us.
What Comes With a Hakko Soldering Station?
Posted by on 6/10/2016 to
No matter if you are new or experienced to the world of soldering, you might find yourself looking to invest in more than just a single soldering iron or other smaller tools. Luckily, the WaveRoom Plus has a huge selection for all your electronics needs, and Hakko soldering stations are one of them.
Why You Should Invest in Microcare
Posted by on 6/9/2016 to
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We understand, it can sometimes feel like a hassle and what does it actually do for your instruments anyways? In the electronic manufacturing world, it can do a lot! WaveRoom Plus has a few reasons you want to invest in cleaning products like Microcare, and we want you to know them.
Why Air Purification Matters While Soldering
Posted by on 6/2/2016 to
General
Soldering can be a fun hobby or apart of a long and fulfilling career in the electronics manufacturing industry, and in both cases WaveRoom Plus wants our customers to be safe while using our products. Soldering irons are great tools, but often mean working with hazardous materials, such as lead, to get the job done right.
WaveRoom Has Hakko Soldering Stations
Posted by on 5/26/2016 to
Specials
As you begin your Google search for “the best soldering iron”, it’s important you’re finding reviews from not only other users, but experts in the field! Here at The WaveRoom Plus we are known for carrying some great brands and products at our store, and one of our favorites has to be our Hakko soldering stations.
Benefits of Soldering Pots
Posted by on 5/19/2016 to
General
We find many people resorting straight to better soldering irons, when in reality there are other great tools to be used. Soldering pots are a smart way to melt solder, tinning wires, re-tinning soldering iron tips, and dip soldering circuit boards. We have a few reasons you might want to invest in a soldering pot.
Common Soldering Mistakes and Remedies
Posted by on 5/12/2016 to
At WaveRoom Plus, we always talk about our returning customers, and we love them! But as we’ve mentioned in the past, we love new faces coming in and trying out products for the first time! If it’s your first time using a soldering iron, we have a few common soldering mistakes made and quick solutions to fix them!
Every Brand You Need All at The WaveRoom Plus
Posted by on 5/5/2016 to
It’s never a question of why you have so many options, but instead which option works best for you. Why should your experience be any different while purchasing soldering equipment?
Why Use a Magnifier?
Posted by on 4/28/2016 to
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Magnifiers are a great tool to use while soldering, and there are plenty of reasons you should consider utilizing one.
