Gregory Hayes & Brian Jepson 
Learn to Solder [PDF ebook] 
Tools and Techniques for Assembling Electronics

Learn the fundamentals of solderingand pick up an essential skill for building electronic gadgets. Youll discover how to preheat and tin your iron, make a good solder joint, desolder cleanly (when things don’t quite go right), and how to use helping hands to hold components in place.This concise book is part of MAKEs Getting Started with Soldering Kit. Using the tools in the kit and some electronic components, you can practice soldering while making fun blinky objects. Then show the world you just learned a new skill by wearing the Learn to Solder Skill Badge.Learn how to prepare your workspace Get to know the components youll work with Use the best methods for soldering components in place Experience the perfect solder joint Know how to desolder when things dont work the first time Heat up the iron and start soldering today!