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Re:Show HN: iFixit created a new USB-C, repairable soldering... by talldayo on Thursday September 12, 2024 @07:11PM (#41526619)
I can't recommend a Pinecil enough. It's cheap as chips and basically has all the best features of other irons I've used. No complaints, I've half a mind to stockpile them and hand them out as gifts to nerd-inclined friends.
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Re:Show HN: iFixit created a new USB-C, repairable soldering... by epiccoleman on Thursday September 12, 2024 @09:12PM (#41527244)
$30? $30?!

You got me. Pinecil is en route. Thanks for the recommendation!

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Re:Show HN: iFixit created a new USB-C, repairable soldering... by talldayo on Friday September 13, 2024 @12:18AM (#41527992)
Enjoy! Best hidden feature is the Bluetooth connectivity that lets you dial in precise controls from your phone or browser. It's definitely a keeper, and doubles as "that one RISC-V thing I own" when your nerd friends drop by.
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Re:Show HN: iFixit created a new USB-C, repairable soldering... by javchz on Friday September 13, 2024 @10:07PM (#41536941)
Me too, I used to think I hated soldering, until I tried a proper solder station in a shop, but for the amount of repairs I do, I couldn't justify spend 200 in something like that, but this PINECIL sounds like a great middle ground.
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Re:Show HN: iFixit created a new USB-C, repairable soldering... by talldayo on Saturday September 14, 2024 @12:09AM (#41537408)
It's pretty nice. The key is to have a high enough wattage USB that you can feed it over 50w for a quick heatup, in my experience. I use a fast charger brick I bought for my phone and it works like a charm.
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