[Jewelry making - Article 01009] - [Orchid] Portable Soldering Iron

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    I found an interesting tool for wax model makers. It's a battery
    powered soldering iron. This is a true soldering iron. It works off
    of 3 AA batteries. It produces 6 watts. I have used it to mend blue
    carving wax. Works very well. It is about 1.4 X 1 X 6 inches. It is
    very easy to handle while using it. It takes a few seconds to heat
    up. It will burn the wax if left on for more than about 15 seconds.
    The tip is a pointed 1/8 inch rod. I imagine the tip could be filed
    to form a chisel point is so desired. It cost around $20. 

    There is also a battery powered soldering iron on the market that
    has a graphite tip. This iron only works when the tip touched metal.
    It won't work on wax so be cautious when buying one. 

    The working soldering iron is a Weller. Model number BP645. I bought
    it at Home Depot. 

Look forward to seeing many of you at the Orchid Dinner,
Lee Epperson

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