At 09:14 PM 12/25/2001, John Rodgers wrote:

>Problem: There is no way to get a precise temperature setting, because
>at best, with only light dimming to indicate hotness, it's a bit of a
>guess.

>Question: Does anyone have a suggestion as to some type of counter that
>can be installed/used instead of a light?

Thoughts --  Analog voltmeter ought to work -- may not read "correctly" but
should be repeatable.  Digital might be ok too.  RS has little plug-in AC
voltmeters meant to monitor line voltage, cost ?$12?

Otherwise, just try soldering different sizes of stuff and get a feel for
the setting you need -- mark on dial.  Nice thing is being able to turn it
way down when idle so it doesn't burn up the tip.

david

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