I like the way that you grounded the pot pin to the case. It just looks so much better than bending the pin over to touch the case and soldering them together. I mean WAY better.
I wonder if you've tried 63/37 (eutectic) solder, and if so, why you prefer 60/40. I grew up on 60/40, having learned to solder in the 1970s (from my dad, then a TV repairman), when 60/40 was pretty much all that was available for electronics soldering. In college, I simultaneously learned about eutectics in a solid state physics course, and, in intro EE courses, was introduced to 63/37 solder (which I later was required to use for research work). The advantage of 63/37 is that it very quickly transitions from liquid to solder (this has to do with the eutectic property), in contrast to 60/40, which has an intermediate "slushy" or "paste-like" state. This makes it easier to get a cold (bad) solder joint with 60/40, because you have to hold the joint steady for longer (and the joint can appear to have solidified when it still needs a second to truly solidify). 63/37 is as readily available now as 60/40 (probably more available, in fact), so I'm wondering if there are specific reasons to prefer 60/40.
Very good. I have a 25W solder iron, it sucks, not hot enough, I think I need a 40-60W solder iron? And can you extend the braided wire with a short stretch of braided pickup wire? If so, are there specific ways to do this?
Recently installed a new Fender loaded pickguard and my 40w iron took forever to barely melt whatever solder Fender is using now. Going to upgrade to an 80w iron and see what happens.
I proper struggle with soldering make a right mess of top of pot and I suppose a good Iron and solder help which I need to invest in which Iron you use ???
I used to do this in my teens, back in the 70s, when I first learned how to solder. I avoid it now. The "40" in 60/40 is the percentage of lead. Lead is toxic when ingested in even very small amounts, with the brain being the organ most affected by it. Just get a "third hand" tool (even DIY it with a rubber band around the handle of some pliers), or try something like the clever bear claw trick shown here.
The best soldering video on TH-cam.
Wow, thanks!
I like the way that you grounded the pot pin to the case. It just looks so much better than bending the pin over to touch the case and soldering them together. I mean WAY better.
I wonder if you've tried 63/37 (eutectic) solder, and if so, why you prefer 60/40. I grew up on 60/40, having learned to solder in the 1970s (from my dad, then a TV repairman), when 60/40 was pretty much all that was available for electronics soldering. In college, I simultaneously learned about eutectics in a solid state physics course, and, in intro EE courses, was introduced to 63/37 solder (which I later was required to use for research work). The advantage of 63/37 is that it very quickly transitions from liquid to solder (this has to do with the eutectic property), in contrast to 60/40, which has an intermediate "slushy" or "paste-like" state. This makes it easier to get a cold (bad) solder joint with 60/40, because you have to hold the joint steady for longer (and the joint can appear to have solidified when it still needs a second to truly solidify). 63/37 is as readily available now as 60/40 (probably more available, in fact), so I'm wondering if there are specific reasons to prefer 60/40.
Even having soldered up countless harnesses for all manner of electric guitars I took away some handy manoeuvres from this particular little video.
Thank you for all of your wiring and soldering videos. I'm getting ready to do my first rewiring and these videos have been invaluable.
That last tip was the best for me - thanks
Would be nice to have a video with how to select and buy right soldering iron for guitar electronics.
I think I’ve done one somewhere. Probably about nine videos ago. I recommend Antex 25W pencil style 👍
What wattage soldering iron are you using? It would be helpful to see you attaching the braded wire while the pot is mounted in the guitar. Thanks.
What wattage soldering iron do you use ?
Excellent. Very helpful. Thank you.
Excellent! Thank you 🙏
Great! Thank you!
Now THIS was seriously useful
Crab claw is the best thing I’ve seen!
Fab stuff. Thanks for sharing 😊 Cheers!
Great stuff! Where in UK do you source this solder? Just about to attempt a Stewmac Hand wired tube amp build and want to ensure I use good stuff!
Very good. I have a 25W solder iron, it sucks, not hot enough, I think I need a 40-60W solder iron? And can you extend the braided wire with a short stretch of braided pickup wire? If so, are there specific ways to do this?
Recently installed a new Fender loaded pickguard and my 40w iron took forever to barely melt whatever solder Fender is using now. Going to upgrade to an 80w iron and see what happens.
what shape tip do you recommend for this work? My soldering iron kit came with 5 different kinds
I proper struggle with soldering make a right mess of top of pot and I suppose a good Iron and solder help which I need to invest in which Iron you use ???
How many watts is your soldering iron?
Top tip is a top tip indeed! Thanks!
Excellent 👍🏻
What temperature do you usually suggest?
Mine is usually on 350C
Fantástico! Obrigado
Nice tips.. thank you...✌
Thank you 👍🏻
thanks a lot....
Tip number 11: use Radioshop Pickups... 😏
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Howabout putting the reel of solder in your mouth! A very functional 3rd hand 😂 I'm ashamed to say I've done it but i don't recommend it!
Depends how close your willing to get your face to the solder joint 🤪🤣 Ha, nice work man - a man after my own heart
I used to do this in my teens, back in the 70s, when I first learned how to solder. I avoid it now. The "40" in 60/40 is the percentage of lead. Lead is toxic when ingested in even very small amounts, with the brain being the organ most affected by it. Just get a "third hand" tool (even DIY it with a rubber band around the handle of some pliers), or try something like the clever bear claw trick shown here.