A Hack a Day reader needed a tool to solder a lot of SMD parts, so he built a DIY heat gun, and we’re impressed with the results. After trawling the internet looking for ideas for his heat gun, ...

The Steinel Ultra Heat SV800 Heat Gun is an excellent quality tool with a rugged power cord and it puts out a lot of heat. This is an excellent tool to have for shrink tubing and removing decals or ...

The Malcom MCH-100-D Battery Powered Heat Gun reaches up to 900 degrees F and features a programmable PID controller which can maintain the working temperature within +/- 1 degree F of set point.

In the 1800s and early 1900s soldering irons were still heated by flame. The large copper tips on the irons were slow to heat and would at best store heat for only a few minutes. It was not uncommon ...

This procedure applies to anyone who performs welding, cutting, brazing, soldering, grinding, or any duty that produces a spark. The intent of this program is to prevent injury and loss of property ...

Modding today's hardware often means moving or removing tiny surface mount components, and using a standard soldering iron feels about as effective as using a hammer to kill a fly. If buying an ...