Soldering-Related Terms

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What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in soldering?

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Protective gear worn to minimize exposure to hazards, including safety glasses, long sleeve shirts, gloves, and fume extractors/ventilators.

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What is this material called in soldering?

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Resin-core Wire Solder - a metal alloy (usually tin and lead or lead-free alternative) with a core of flux inside, used for creating electrical connections.

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What is this called in soldering?

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Resin-type Soldering Flux - A chemical compound derived from rosin that cleans oxides and contaminants off surfaces and improves the flow of molten solder.

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What is this called?

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Soldering Iron Stand or Protective Pad - a heat-resistant holder or pad designed to safely support a hot soldering iron, preventing burns and injuries.

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What is this?

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Soldering Iron with Tip - A hand-held electrical tool used to apply heat and melt solder, with a replaceable heated tip for energy transfer.

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What are these wires called?

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Crimped Wires with Splices - A connection where wires are joined inside a connector (splice or butt connector) secured by crimping for a strong bond.

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heat-shrink

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A soldering technique using a plastic tube to cover and insulate a joint after it's made

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solder

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join wires together

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crimp

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a special tool to squeeze the metal connector tightly around the bare wire, forming a strong electrical and mechanical connection just by physical pressure (a "cold weld")