$15 soldering iron VS $75 soldering iron. Which should you buy??

[@glasgowbeck]

That's very interesting, I would expect the 60 watt would perhaps not stand up to hours of soldering but for someone starting out and not wanting to invest in pro tools, then as the label says "light" soldering gives really good results. Really impressed. Hakko just seem to make the best, at every price point. Thanks!

[@ronnieleetwo]

I used a cheaper one for years and it was fine for electrical work but picking up a Hakko 601 made stained glass work a breeze!

[@bonniebabird]

Thanks,this is a big help. I was given the 503 and because the package didn't have check under 'stained glass' use,figured it wouldn't work as well. In my research the 601 was recommended for larger projects,since you can raise the temp and the solder will flow faster. I'm only doing small projects and its great to see I can get good results with the one-temperature 503.😁 Perfect timing for this comparison!

[@StainedGlassDIY]

I'm glad it helped! Surprised me as well!

[@katyloudon8974]

There's only one thing wrong with this video - I can't blame my wonky soldering on a cheaper iron, ha! Just need to keep practising :)

[@StainedGlassDIY]

You should see my first project 😭

[@TheAvproman]

Great video! I have been using a $15.00ish iron for a while now and I have gotten pretty good at using it. Because you can't control the heat, you will need to replace the top more often. Also, remember to check to make sure to tighten the tip every now and then. It does tend to loosen up.

[@StainedGlassDIY]

Yea good call thanks for the tip no pun intended!

[@emmaallan6876]

Love your videos. So helpful for people like me looking to start this as a hobby. Thanks for all the tips!

[@roselucht4583]

The Fx 601 is awesome !!

[@annalutz3470]

I´d love to see a video on how to encase pressed flowers in stained glass!

[@annalutz3470]

@@Avx829 i figured it must be i keep seeing it on instagram. I guess its 2 thinner glass sheets with a pressed and dried flower in between taped together with the copper foil

[@annalutz3470]

@@Avx829 aah that sounds more reasonable! Yeah i agree that would be awesome

[@danielaolguin6360]

It’s very simple actually!! I use a lot of pressed flowers into my pieces! If you have an instagram account follow me and I can dm you tips! IG: Moonstone_stained_glass

[@laurencemiltonbell6951]

The Hakko 503 has an operating range of 860 degrees F to 903 degrees F or 460 C to 485 C at 120 volts. Generally 60 watt non-temp controlled irons operate at 850 degrees F.

[@mspunket91]

Handsome man. Handsome voice. Awesome artist.

[@raechelhubbard876]

The 503 is what came in your diy beginners box that I got. I haven't had any major issues with it other than if you go for a longer period of time it seems to get way too hot. It gets difficult to control the solder and gets a bit messy.

[@StainedGlassDIY]

You're right there isn't a sensor to control the heat so you have to move quickly. Better to come back and fix the solder lines when things cool down a bit.

[@thetoastyfox]

Nice comparison video! Very helpful.

[@TheAvproman]

It should read _ tip more often _ spell check. Gotta love it.

[@kizzywitch]

Try the Cheeper one using lead free solder please

[@ellagregory818]

Wish I would have seen this before I paid over $80 for the 601

[@carlalakins]

Should a new iron be tinned first?

[@lyndsayb2830]

Hello What oil do you use for the cutters? I have seen lots of different ones... Buying the pistol grip and would love your advice for what oil for it.

[@liquidsculpture8840]

Very inspired comparison with a pencil 👍

[@markwitte303]

same with a musical instrument. a low cost will frustrate and make one to stop. Go for the quallity and higher cost.

[@FionaDep]

Once again, very interesting video! I've been interested into starting stained glass and been watching your vids since a little while now, it's so helpful, thank you so much! I was wondering if you'd make a video abt lead free solder ? Because, while searching more infos abt stained glass, I've been seeing few articles saying that lead can be quite dangerous ..? With the smoke who will get on your clothes and such, but I don't really find videos that demonstrates the use of lead free solder, all I know is that you need to use more heat but in that case should we use a specific iron or tip ? And if the whole process remains the same, like same copper foil/flux/patina/finishing.. I'm having a little bit of a hard time to find good/detailed articles or vids. Or if anyone reading this can link me to a detailed video or blog I'd really appreciate it!

[@StainedGlassDIY]

I plan to try out lead free solder in the future, stay tuned!

[@FionaDep]

@@StainedGlassDIY Thanks a lot for your answer! Looking forward to it!

[@markwitte303]

people have worked with lead and glass for centuries. No problem. just keep your face out of the smoke.

[@FionaDep]

@@markwitte303 Thanks! I just kept reading articles speaking abt lead being very dangerous so I got a bit worried but seems like as long as you're doing it in a ventilate area with the smoke flying away/opposite of your face, it should be fine. But still interested to see how lead free solder is working as it's apparently the best to pick it if you want to make jewelries with stained glass since it's in contact with the skin. But thanks again for your answer!

[@Miles-co5xm]

mine is less than 2$ works well.

[@StainedGlassDIY]

Can I get the brand and model?