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Solder is a key item that you’ll need during your time in Manufacturing West in Abiotic Factor. When trying to fix the electron pumps, you’ll need three items, one of which is a Fibreoptic Cable. This ...

Thanks to your handy smartphone, it has never been easier to check the weather. So why spend hundreds of dollars for a weather station that sits in your backyard? That’s a really good question, one we ...

An advance in composite materials might spell the beginning of the end for soldering irons, those age-old workhorse tools used in electronics manufacturing and do-it-yourself electrical repairs. A ...

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The Stalker 2 Solder choice forces you to either shoot or knock out this sneaky devil in the Sphere base, but the choice is nowhere near as impactful as it might seem. With Solder being set up as a ...

iFixit is renowned for giving you the tools and knowledge to fix electronics yourself—saving you money and scratching your DIY itch. Now it’s creating the portable soldering iron to end all soldering ...

The PTS200 is a recent model of portable, smart soldering iron, renowned for its robustness and high power. Check out this detailed review of the PTS200 soldering iron, with detailed features and ...

Arduino-based system designed to precisely control the temperature of a soldering iron. It features a digital interface, temperature control, and safety mechanisms, making it suitable for both ...