Learn the basics of soldering and circuit assembly by constructing a rotating LED Ferris wheel. This colorful project introduces key electronic components and soldering techniques, perfect for ...

Learn the basics of soldering and electronics while building your own dual-sided LED art lamp in this hands-on workshop. Using a beginner-friendly DIY kit, students will assemble a touch-controlled ...

The basic metallurgy of solder. How to make a solder joint. How to repair a circuit board. The vintageTEK museum is a geek’s paradise to tour if visiting the Portland, Oregon area. The museum has ...

At some stage you will have to work with surface-mount devices (SMDs) and solder them by hand. You can wait until you are forced to learn, or you can leap into the fray with gusto and abandon. At some ...

Soldering irons, solder extractors and other equipment that comes in direct electrical contact with sensitive components can inject significant energy into these devices. Specifically, metal-to-metal ...