Soldering iron

A soldering iron is a device for applying a point source of heat to melt solder for soldering two materials together. Soldering irons are typically electrically powered.

Small cordless soldering irons are available for fine electronics work. Some are not self-heated but are designed to be heated in a furnace with the advantage of being cordless. Soldering irons may have interchangeable tips for different types of work. Pyramid tips with a triangular flat face are useful for soldering Brazing, Welding