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4. Cleaning-The removal of all oxides and surface oil from the tube end and fitting cup is crucial to allow the proper flow ...

A proper soldering iron is one of the fundamental tools that a good hacker needs. Preferably one that has a temperature control so it can handle different types of solder and connectors.