Cold Heat Iron

[iceberg]

Has anyone used one of these? Do they work well for midibox type projects?

For those of you that dont know what I am talking about:

http://www.thinkgeek.com/pcmods/cables/69d3/

[jdutcher]

hello,

it's a bit tricky to use, but yes, it does work.  however, i use mine more for quick touch-ups.  for the midibox projects, i'd suggest using a standard, wall-powered soldering iron...you'll save money on batteries (and on the iron itself, depending on what you get), they're much easier to use, and it's quicker in the long run.  the cold heat iron can be frustrating sometimes, especially for smaller connections...i don't think i'd be able to use it exclusively for an extended period of time without throwing it out the window. ;D

hope this helps.

james

[iceberg]

Thanks, untill now I had only seen advertisements and what not. I have been using a cheap radio shack iron for a while, I will probably pick up a $60 temp adjustable weller and a cold heat, as I think it would be good for some of the car stereo work I some times do.

Thanks for the info definatly helped!