New soldering iron advertized.
 

I was just watching a lil tv and seen a comercial come on about a new soldering iron called ColdHeat. I just got up and ordered one to check out. It comes with a standard tip and a smaller tip for percision soldering. I will check it out when it arrives in 2 to 6 weeks and post a review on its capabilities. It advertized being able to go from cold to hot in seconds and then cool down almost imediately. Supposedly you can put in right in your pocket after soldering. I thought it was interesting. If anyone wants to check it out, call 1-800-301-3794. Just thought I would share this little bit of info for anyone interested or you can wait til I post the reviews. :cool:

I saw it too! Only thing is, I am worried about how hot it actually gets when held long enough. I dont want it messing up some PS2 boards if you know what Im saying.



Tyler!

Very true TD. I will giver a few tests and let you guys know how well it works. It would be :cool: if it is all they said it was but we will just have to see about that. :D

i saw it too wanted to order but no credit card also i dont realy solder that much. about the only time i solder is re-soldering the a/v jacks on my vcr

Does it use butane or electricity or what? Cordless irons arent ESD safe most of the time if it is cordless. How much does it cost? What is the benefit of a iron that can heat up fast and cool down fast? My Weller WES51 heats up to the temp I solder at in about 30 seconds and cools down in about that same amount of time.

Not sure what it uses. It comes with a carrying case and it costs the typical $19.95.

The thing about it heating up quick and cooling quick is probably so you can carry it around. The tv shows the guy solder then immediately touch the tip of the iron proving its cooled down.


Maybe CGL will shed some light on this when he gets his.






Tyler!

I too think it may be a hoaks but we will all know soon enough. I for one hope it is a fair one. It would be sweet if it does what they say. I look forward to testing it out thuroughly. I actually bought 2 of them. One for small jobs and one for the bigger jobs. Risky I know, but if it is indeed a successful investment, all the better. When buying a new beer, do you buy just one or do you go for the full 6 pack/12pack/case? hehehehe. If the adventure is worth the risk, GO FOR IT full steam. Thats what ole CGL always says. :p Crazy is as crazy does. :D I will let you guys know when it comes in and I throw some serious sodds at it. ;)

:eek: I dont know about you guys, but I think I got stroked on this deal. :mad:
I am going to call them tomorrow and find out whats going on with my order. 4 to 6 weeks seems to have a new form of time measurement. :rolleyes:
I will get back to you guys shortly on this crapiola.

http://www.coldheat.com/

You know I was wondering what ever happened with this thread. So you havent gotten your package yet CGL? I would contact my credit card company and the business as well.





Tyler!

yeah its been way to long

hey guys.. i saw this shown on the screen savers(G4 TechTV) and they said they would rather stick to a real soldering iron.. they said that it does heat up quickly (5 seconds) and cools down just as fast but you should see the size of the tip.. it may be ok for big jobs (automobile work) but for any small jobs u may as well use duct tape to solder points!!

It comes with a small tip (ordered separately)for smaller jobs. One of the questions I asked today when I called to check on my order was how well it would work for small electronic jobs. Ofcourse they reassured me that it was perfect for any soldering needs and that the smaller tip I ordered is what I needed to do the small stuff. I was also told they are on back order. The person I spoke to said they got so many calls for them that they didnt have enough to go around. They are still shipping them out so it should not be much longer.
I told them they better order alot more cause if this thing does suit the electronic tech needs there are alot more interested but are waiting for my reviews on the thing. Hehehehe, I said that mostly so they would hopefully get my order out sooner. :p :D I guess we wait a little bit longer unfortunately. :(

Edit: If anyone else ordered one and need to check on their order or just want to call for more info the number I called is 1-800-371-2643. I also wanted to post it here in case I need the number again LOL. :D

the tip is not what ur exzpecting.. it is like a largER tip with a split half way through about half way down.. i would say its not for electronics but ill wait till u guys get them and test em out.. then please post feedback!

I am going to call again tomorrow and hopefully get a different person just to be sure but I was told it comes with the big tip and a second small tip which is by request only. I specifically asked about electronic soldering as well so I guess we shall soon find out for sure. I will be really bummed if it is as you say after asking in detail about the small jobs. I plan to clear this up once and for all when I call them tomorrow for a second time. I'll post back later and let you know how the 2nd call goes.

I took a look see at the site that conical tip looks fine enough for me to solder definately looking forward to see how well it works!

Well I called a second time and was again reaausured it will do the job so we will have to wait and see. Now if I can just get them to ship it out soon.

You guys may want to be carefull with this iron as most cordless irons are not ESD safe, and soldering to a PS2 mobo with one might be harmfull. But then again it might be just fine, just thought I would point this out.

Roger Dodger there Sped! :p Hey just so you know, you have been officially invited to assist in the review of this thing as you are USA's best installer. ;) When I get my order in, I will forward one to you as a gift from all of us here at the forums for extreme dedication and outstanding workmanship. I'm sure I speak for everyone here that you have helped in the past and I know I already mentioned this to you in a pm. A big hardy thanks and we respect your input on this thing. If any of us are qualified to give this thing a whirl, its you. I will be sending it to you as soon as it comes in. Once again, we all thank you! ;) :cool:

Hehehehehe I bet you were not expecting this honor where you? :D

No I was not!! LOL :D CGL .... you so crazzzzyyyy

What if you grounded yourself when using the cordless?
Like using the static free wrist band ?

This would be grounding you....... not the iron.