How to Solder Flexwatt(Pictures)

[DVS1]

You should mention to use electrical solder and flux or flux core, or the solder wont stick.
Be sure not to get a cold joint. Don't move it while the joint is molten. A bad solder joint can cause uneven heating as well as being a fire hazard.

Might be a good idea to practice on a small piece if you are not experienced at soldering.

[RichsBallPythons]

The solder i use is Rosin Core .032 diameter

[SGExotics]

I just do it the easy way and pay the $0.50 for the clips....

[RichsBallPythons]

solder gives a better connection. The clips are going through plastic and not 100%. I have the crimper for them clips and i get better/faster heating with the solder.

[kfuentes]

If you scrape off the plasic coating on the flex wont that give you a nice steady connection with the clips to the tape?

[moravaguy]

yeah i solder also and i have noticed that the soldered heat tape does better, and it easier to use the tape afterwards because you dont have them big clips to deal with.

[masksqueeze]

Very informative post for the noobies to FlexWatt!