How To Build A Soldering Station

[@AndyCPugh]

That has to be one of the best looking soldering stations I have ever seen.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Really appreciate it, glad you like it!

[@sketchyguynv]

My dad watched this over my shoulder, he says it looks pretty fancy! You got his stamp of approval!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome! Thank him for me!

[@hannahraeside9306]

This is AMAZING! You should make a series on tool stations! Loving your work guys

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you much! Love the idea, and we are really in need of a paint booth so . . . That’s coming up!

[@RebelBaseBuilds]

Nice Brian! Love a bit of productivity in our props...

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

🖖

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

Adam build a Soldering Station on Tested too. Love this little build. Hope you do more SW themed Tool Station builds.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yes, we loved the one Adam did, and we even bought the soldering iron he has. We certainly will have more SW themed tool builds!

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Cool, you should have added that little Soldering Iron to this, I think its buttons and digital display are way more sci-fi suited.

[@Wilimac1]

can you please let me know which video explains how to paint the metal look like what is on the wall for the fans?

[@TheFirstLayer]

Hi Brian, I love this video and I need to build one. Do you have some overall dimentions?

[@totow7375]

Now this is what im waiting for thank you... I hope you will do more series like this.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

100% we will!

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

Some dry brushing on the fans to make them more industrial looking and making the Soldering Iron itself into something more lore friendly would be a cool little extra step (even just some basic decals and pinstriping would do, though I say greeblies too lol).

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yeah for sure, there are a few things you mentioned that would be great!

[@jigsound]

Yes!! What an inspiring build 💪😎 Attempting the same here in some format soon...

[@calolson9572]

Thinking this would be great to adapt for a jewelry soldering station at my jewelry bench - thanks for the idea! One question - don’t you need some sort of filtration to make fume extraction effective? Or is that just in silver soldering like I would be doing? Thanks again!

[@nicolastousignant9160]

Excellent, i just bought a soldering iron and was wondering how to organize it. Looking at yours gives me plenty of ideas. For instance, i think i want mine to fold up like a briefcase and looking how yours is configured it seems possible with a bit of careful Tetrissing of all the components. Not sure it will look as good as yours but it will definately be cargo container orange with plenty of weathering😉

[@horman1973]

One thing I always need to use with my soldering station is some extra light... So maybe a nice LED-Screen in Deathstar look or some Holoprojectors added to this... I love the ideas that comes with this :)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Great idea! Lighting is certainly missing from this thing.

[@techno_eclipse]

I just really enjoy this channel.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you, so glad to hear it!

[@briangreen3626]

Great build Brian! I think I’m going to make mine out of an old DeWalt case so it can fold up and store away with ease. I will most definitely Star Wars up the inside and outside of the case!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

We'd considered the fold up option too! You'll have to share your finished build! Good luck, and thank you for watching

[@shohagmia4626]

That has to be one of the best looking soldering stations like it.

[@ThatGeekyMaker]

I totally get where you are coming from when you talk about avoiding certain tools when they are inconvenient. I used to be that way with air tools because the compressor was loud and a pain to get out and setup. No to mention tripping all over the hose. So I put it in a closet and ran permanent air lines on the ceiling of my shop and now I use it all the time. I think I'll do the same as you did with the soldering station. I love the way yours turned out!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

100% I was the same with the compressor too, then i put it in the assembly table with a permanent line and BOOM! Hope you make a soldering station as well. We are going to be doing more of these projects, they really help workflow for sure!

[@ThatGeekyMaker]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Did you see the little one Adam Savage recently built? He had some pretty cool ideas too.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

@@ThatGeekyMaker Yes, that was great. I actually purchased the soldering iron he has. Haven't used it yet.

[@No1sonuk]

@7:00 when you're measuring to centre the holes for the fans, why not draw lines between opposite corners?

[@johnmichaels4330]

Where do you put the activated charcoal filters?????? It looks cool, but that safety thing......

[@KitBasher1]

I picked up the ryobi cordless soldering irons and the little cordless Dremel - life altering wireless workstation!

[@WilyTuber]

what I need are those 4 tentacle helping hands holding jig where can I get THAT?

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Amazing. I really need to do something like this. My 12 year old radio shack 35 watt plug in just doesnt cut the mustard anymore.

[@mrmooch2163]

hands down best background music i ever heard at 3:30-5:15

[@WiredWorkshop]

Wow this was a pretty sick build, really makes me want to make my tool stations look cool now vs just plain wood.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Whoohoo! If you are intrigued enough to update your tools we have succeeded! Can't wait to see what you do!

[@stephenwolfe8332]

Your music and your builds are awesome!!!

[@sandragon2714]

Great job! Getting all my soldering supplies ready is also the reason why I put off finishing my project’s sometimes. Thank you for the inspiration. Be safe and have a great day. Thank you for helping me and others get through some rough times with these great videos.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

You bet Sandy, and thank you for watching!

[@oof-is5rl]

The only thing tough about these times are the crazy gov. The virus Don't scare me a bit you know flu shots inject flu into you thousands and thousands of people die from flu and we didn't shut the whole world Down and it ain't gonna be going Away the flu has been around over 2 hundred years it's a virus

[@rc-iu5ki]

I always love your enthusiasm when you say "Whats up awesome geeks?!!!" You have a great style, and I always look forward to your next project. MTFBWY!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you so much. So happy to hear we are adding a little enjoyment for you!

[@MigMonkey]

I've never had a proper soldering station, most of my wire, my tip cleaner, flux, is all in a grocery bag hanging on a nail in the shop. Another BAD habit to break, Hanging things on nails is just begging for an injury. Very inspirational!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I hear you! For years things have been a mess around the shop. Hopefully this gives you some good ideas for yours!

[@mileshead2083]

Sweet! Looks awesome and soldering equipment is one I resisted getting out for a long time too. You could probably fit some filters on the fans to make it extra safe!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

That is a great idea Miles. Filters would be perfect!

[@velwheel3135]

Really like this build. I need my own soldering station. Good inspiration.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! So glad it was helpful!

[@blizatrex]

A pretty great project. I usually shortcut with premade circuits so I don't have to solder and wire things up. It is one of my failings as a maker of things.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I am totally with you Wayne. That's why we purchase the LED's with the built in resistors, saves so much time.

[@idiotluggage]

Nice build. I would recommend sandwiching a carbon filter between the front grill & the fans. It will help with the fumes. A rotary knob behind the knob above the fan switch would be cool to be able to adjust the fan speed.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

That's a great idea. I had not thought about filter for the fans, and the rotary nob is a perfect solution! Thank you!!!

[@idiotluggage]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Glad I could help.

[@cashzeigler2596]

I just got my soldering iron not too long ago so thanks for the build I’m going to try and make it for my station

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Perfect! Can’t wait to see it!

[@jonascale]

I love this idea! I may have to build something like this for myself. Might i ask was that whole thing just 1/2 inch MDF? Great build!

[@FamineStudios]

Good build, Brian!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@vloogle4924]

You might want to incorporate a screen filter to keep your fans cleaner longer. Also, most soldering stations take ESD into consideration. A separate bench is used for powered testing operations.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

very good suggestions! Thank you much!

[@Relentless_Gee]

A custom Roomba vacuum droid would be cool. With its base dock customized to match.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yes indeed! We need to do that!

[@jeffreypajela1724]

Love the background grooves! We're did you get the sample from?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

We get our music from Epidemic Sound, great source for tunes!

[@HarleyPebley]

Cool build! Missed it the first time around but caught it with the reference in the more recent video. I've been thinking about something similar but haven't gotten to it yet. Is that a HDD spindle as decoration between the power switch and LEDs?

[@CGRTist]

Great idea and execution Brian!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! We like how it turned out! Thanks for watching.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Also, can't wait to see yours buddy!

[@GoGreenMan]

Came out great! Keep up the great work!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ZachBrownfield]

Great video! I’ve been needing to improve my setup but was 100% thinking of function with my design. Your video gave me ideas on to also consider the design to make it look great when not in use!!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Glad we could inspire you! Good luck and thank you for watching!

[@Rafn1310]

Might try to fit a foam window AC filter by your fans to trap any particles at the station. That way your not just blowing them around the shop. Just a thought.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

great thought for sure!

[@broertriangle5745]

love the vid it was great i have a question what material do you use the most and why thanks see you on your next vid

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hi Jeff. If there is one material I use most it is probably MDF. It's fairly cheep, easy to work with, and with a little effort it paints very nice.

[@vloogle4924]

Awesome build!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!!

[@barryjack3025]

Another great build, I hope you set up a way to exhaust your fumes, or at least set it up near an open window... take care and work safe.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Yep, we are good and safe with great ventilation in the shop!

[@matthewcampbell7153]

That is worth smuggling.... Got my thinking cap on now...

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome!

[@PaulScott_]

Great stuff as usual and I enjoyed how you tied in the theme of what you like while making something practical! People don't understand how you can have fun and enjoy practical things at the same time. Stay Safe!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

My wife (Carissa) insists that at least some of our wild and crazy projects have some practicality to them! Most have to stay in the shop though... this will streamline our work while soldering, and we can't wait to do more projects like this! Thank you for your comments and for watching!

[@basvanderwerff2725]

Awesome as always, have you ever thought about making a custom pc case/greeblyfying an excisting one? seems something right up your alley

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hey there! We have thought about it, the only issue is that we are pretty much Mac only around here, so might need a PC soon 🤣

[@xxxxzorroxxxx]

Nice job . Should have power supply one plug with 5v , 3v, 12v The common ones used electronics for nerd little me

[@scottmemberg]

Brian, once again you amaze me! Great job I have been wanting something like that for a long time! THANKS!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome! Thank you, hope to see you build one soon!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome! Thank you. Hope to see you build one soon!

[@l0g1cb0mb]

Never even considered a wire spool holder! XD Do you make the Droid Interface Socket (DIS) for sale as merch? If no you should! I'd be in queue for a few presently!

[@quixoticjedi942]

I would have used some rare earth magnets to hold some things in place, like the tip cleaner. Also would look a bit nicer if you could hide that power supply somehow. Knowing my electronics projects I'd need more than four helping hands too. Awesome project!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

All good ideas for sure. Some rare earth magnets would be great!

[@dragonstorm8171]

Wow, this came out really awesome! As a guy who does alot of rewiring on electric guitars, i can appreciate this whole unit! Only thing i see your missing...and something i use almost everytime i do a wiring job is a really nice, bright light. If you can't see what your doing, your gonna make mistakes, and i've made plenty over the years lol! Never underestimate the power of a great light =)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Yes, the light is absolutely missing. I need to add that ASAP.

[@dragonstorm8171]

@@TheSmugglersRoom you do know why they call it the fsrkside right? It's not because they are evil, it's because they don't have enough lighting in their work stations lol😂😂

[@warlockcommandcenter]

Years ago I purchased a used rifle from a state prison the stock had a deposit of what I call hand wax common on old car steering wheels and stick shifts kind of a black rough surfacing of oil, skin, sweat like plastic dip or truck bed liner. Another item that could be a weathering is blood and/or alien goo/gore remember the acid blood in Alien... Think “solvent dissolved styrene packing peanuts”. I use to back fill models for weight with this. I had two costumes of Conventions one was a Corillian smuggler, the other was a blue denim smuggler using the same basic accessories, that allowed me to change clothing.

[@twistydogcreations683]

This i's one of my next "need to do" projects. I have to find all the stuff every time. Nice job as usual.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

That was our drive for this project, all the main tools all in one spot! Thanks for watching!

[@DaBuild]

Dam good work my friend! :) Just subscribed!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!! Welcome to the channel. Very much appreciated!

[@ceosauravsharma3221]

Thanks alot.

[@deannaatkinson3004]

As always...great build. I absolutely love this one! The idea for the brushed aluminum effect blew my mind. So many ideas. Do you have a link that shows this in more detail? Thinking it might be awesome for the side panels of my Droid Socket Terminal - when I get that far.

[@andrewmatthews5086]

What size was the fans you used? 70 or 80 mm?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hey there. These are a 120mm. here is a link to them: amzn.to/2B1G1NS

[@andrewmatthews5086]

The Smugglers Room awesome! Thank you!

[@GarlandLym]

Brian, as always the scripting, concept, focus and execution is on point ! I have to admit, that I enjoy the torturous photo teasers throughout the pics on Instagram and Facebook. Just when I think I know what the project will be, I a way off, but happily surprised at the even higher level project you created. As for this Geek, I am inspired. I don't know how you come up with the ideas, planning,execution and documentary each week...but I can't wait for the next one.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much! We are so glad you are enjoying the channel!

[@Buildingourlittlebigdream]

First time watching anything from your channel, within the first two minutes I'm subscribed. Love the vids

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much! We are thrilled to have you join us!

[@dustinbuckner3585]

Great Content Brian

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you sir!!!

[@michaelperry9423]

This is awesome, very well done!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@Alientek2044]

Love your channel and everything you do. This has inspired me to definitely make a fun station. Thank you

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! So glad to hear it!

[@northwiebesick7136]

Hmm... I can tell a geek when I see one. Whether it's medieval times or Star wars, I can always tell, especially if they have a life size R2 unit sitting behind them😂... Of course the kinda Star wars theme of your soldering station also helps to give it away, although, those fan grills remind me of the empire ships, so I don't know why you didn't make your fan grills have a red glow behind them, which for whatever reason is so prevalent on empire ships. Honestly though, good job... I am looking for ideas on building my own soldering station, albeit more portable in size, as I have a small TS100 iron coming in the mail from iFixit, and your video, as well as others, have given me a few ideas, although, I would like to get most of my parts 3d printed, and perhaps have a pocket size soldering station that has a captive solder holder with hole for pulling solder through, and possibly a small foldable silicone or other thin heat resistant mat to adhere to the soldering station table type work surface parts, probably a dovetail hinge type setup, where you just open the case and pull out a single or multiple, plastic plate(s), depending on size required, and then just set it where you need it and have some dovetail joints connecting it to the soldering iron case and/or other modular accessory pieces, such as more work surface pieces, or a helping hand device, in a kind of modular layout... Possibly, if I wanted to semi-permanently attach everything together, I could have some extra TS100 case screws lying around screwed into the case to be able to re-use any special opening screwdrivers with this, and save space, while giving a bit of strength and stiffness to the joints...

[@rbuschy]

I found this video because I was looking to see how to build my own Soldering Pot... I am surprised you don't use one for tinning wires or desoldering boards

[@nikonshooter71]

Which Glowforge do you use ?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

We have the Glowforge Pro.

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

The fans are brilliant. I cant tell you how many times I have soldered myself headaches from inhaling that wicked cancerous stuff.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

right? They work really well. So glad you like it.

[@WhiteysWickedWorkshop]

Very nice Brian..the suspense always kills me. The picture on instagram really had me confused as to what it was...as always very nicely done.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@tomschwab3111]

Awesome work. I just found your channel and subscribed. How is it that you only have 38k subscribers.....i see a million in your future. Keep up the great work.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you Tom! Really appreciated it. we may not have a million yet, but with kind people such as yourself, we have the best audience!

[@NorMandalArms]

That's nice. I need to get a shop going. I started doing Mando armor videos on my channel now. Going to mention you in one of them if that's okay

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yes, totally you need to get your shop going! And by all means mention us, we appreciate it!

[@NorMandalArms]

@@TheSmugglersRoom thank you very much for the support and encouragement to build something...out of nothing.😉

[@davidking6172]

Great job i love it

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

So glad you like it!

[@kiwinesss]

Looks great, fantastic, thanks for the video. When you say soldering it sounds like you say sottering :)

[@notkeanu]

Dude this looks amazing!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you, we can't wait to actually use it soon!

[@warlockcommandcenter]

Point of order that is not a soldering station it is a bread boarding design center one thing your missing is “a pair regulated DC power supplies”. I would think the two blocks on the right hand side would be ideal location for power supplies.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

well, i guess "Soldering Station" rolled off the tongue a bit better than anything else I could think of. LOL

[@ivangonzales5667]

The ability to destroy a planet is insignificant next to your ability to build something out of nothing 👏👏 Stunning and very useful project 😉👍

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

🤣🤣🤣 thank you!

[@nickboylen6873]

What’s “soddering ”? Sounds kind of dirty...😉 Great result on the product, as always!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yeah, my bad. For some reason it always comes out that way.

[@nickboylen6873]

Nah, I’m just pulling your leg over the slightly peculiar US pronunciation. It’s a bit like how you guys have an odd way of pronouncing aluminium. It’s just a mildly amusing linguistic difference across the Atlantic. 🙂

[@PeteBasel]

I find it odd that you put a solderless bread board right where you'd want to do your soldering, a simple rubber or anti-static mat makes more sense. Also, what do you most often use while soldering, flux, needle nose pliers, diagonal cutters, a solder sucker and more - where are those? I think I need to design one of these.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Well, the beauty of this kind of build is that each person can make one that best suits their own way of working. So I’m sure yours will work for you.

[@knightzcross419]

Love it! As usual, mind blown!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you much!

[@gthayer2546]

Well worth the wait! As always great geek build!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!!

[@thedarkknight803able]

That was Awesome! 🌟😎👍🏿

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

thank you!

[@average_Gamer321]

this is cool

[@tpm4life]

Great now I need to figure out how to build a Mad Max Fury Road theamed station.... THANKS ;)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

OH YES!!!!! I WANT TO SEE THAT ONE!!!!

[@erock.steady]

THAAAAT'S the droid i'm looking for...

[@SpencerMoon-rb9nl]

Hey cool video I love watching your vids

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much!

[@starwarsandotherdiyproject6621]

Cool project ;-)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!!

[@SpencerMoon-rb9nl]

Can you build a wall that hold a storm trooper blaster and storm trooper armour

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Oooooh, yes. We have some blasters of our own that we need to store. And a spot for storm trooper armour is a great idea . . . considering i need to make Storm Trooper Armour!😉

[@vloogle4924]

I would consider ducting the exhaust through filtration or venting outside, otherwise you are just redistributing fumes in the basement where you will breathe them in anyway.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

good idea. This will be used mostly in the shop, and we have good ventilation in there, but still worth exploring! thanks

[@andytipping70]

bit of constructive critisism......... putting a breadboard directly in front of a soldering station means any blobs of molten soulder could potentially fall down inside the holes - thus shorting sections of it out. Add to that clippings as you cut leads off after souldering - i honestly think its asking for trouble. as someone who started soldering at about 8yrs - and im now 60 - i genuinely think this was a "job creation scheme."

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hi Andy, I guess we'll have to be careful not to over use our solder so we don't run into that issue. Thanks for watching.

[@bostdell]

love it

[@Yodayahoo]

Nice

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks!

[@EvertvanIngen]

11:06 “Don’t be too proud of this technological terror you’ve constructed. The ability to destroy a planet is insignificant next to the power of the Force.”

[@mariemeyer2885]

I want one!!!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Yes you do, now go build it!!

[@abecoulter8550]

um the smoke off solder is only from the rosin core witch is from pine rosin

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

ok cool

[@majinkakashi20]

Hold on...how can you have a solder station without a hot air rework section. I dont understand

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

easy . . . i just solder :)

[@kbmwolf5721]

awsome all i have to say

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@jonathanhylander7709]

Cool build!! Is it just me or is that tip cleaner begging for an R2-D2 paint job?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Could be!

[@NathanReynoldsDesigns]

first!

[@JohanlastZa]

What? No cupholder? Or Light? Just kidding. Very good looking station you made there. I will also be making myself one...but with a cupholder, magnifying glass and light.....