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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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