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Mastering the Art of Soldering
2. When the tip is hot enough, clean it by wiping on the damp sponge
3. Proceed with “tinning the tip” by covering or coating the tip with the solder. Let the solder
flow evenly around the tip. This will improve heat conductivity and will help protect the
soldering iron tip and make it last for a long time.
4. Clean and prepare the PCB and electronic components to be used. Make sure that they
are free from contaminations such as grease and dirt by gently wiping them with isopropyl
alcohol. You can place the PCB in a vise to prevent it from moving.
