<div dir="ltr">Have you been wanting to finish that electronic project you started a 
while back? Or have been meaning to learn to solder electronics but 
haven't gotten to it yet? How about wanting to solder surface mount 
parts, or learn how to use a rework station? <br><img src="cid:ii_15bfe2b279b38852" alt="Inline image 1" width="200" height="200"><br><p><span style="color:rgb(0,0,255)"><font size="4"><b>Announcing a Soldering Workshop at Splat*Space Saturday, Jun. 10, 2017, at 11:00pm – 5:00pm (3 sessions of 2 hours each)</b></font></span></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"><i><b>All levels welcome to attend</b></i> </span><br>Attendees can 
participate in a Learn to Solder Class or work on an existing project 
alongside other solderers.  We invite folks working on robotics, RC 
planes, trains, automobiles and boats, scale modeling, ham radio, anyone
 who has an interest to learn a little electronic soldering.  Even if 
you just want to improve your technique, or ask questions of other 
participants. <br> <br><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"><i><b>There will be 3 levels taught:</b></i> </span><br>• Beginner – all through-hole parts, minimal rework, <br>• Intermediate – through-hole parts with anti-static, large inductors and other special-handling parts added, more rework <br>• Advanced – surface-mount and mixed parts, reflow, special techniques <br> <br><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"><i><b>Three possible sessions available, 3-levels each: (RSVP desired)</b></i> </span><br>• 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, limited to 20 persons <br>• 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, limited to 20 persons <br>• 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm, limited to 20 persons <br><i><b> <br><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)">The workshop is free, and open to all</span></b></i><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"> </span><br>Persons
 of all ages, gender and ability are welcome.  On-site instruction will 
be given in English, but video instruction in other languages will be 
made available.  Minors younger than 18 need to be accompanied by an 
adult 18 or older, and it is recommended that one should be at least 7 
years old. <br> <br>This event is is dedicated to a harassment-free 
experience, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, 
disability, physical appearance, body size, race, religion, country of 
origin, or age. Harassment in any form of participants or visitors to 
Splat*Space, including but not limited to explicit derogatory language, 
imagery or actions, will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion 
from the facilities. <br> <br>Splat*Space has a lot of resources 
available for participants.  You do not need to be a member of 
Splat*Space to participate, and there will be no charge for attending.  
For directions to Splat*Space see: <a href="http://splatspace.org/location/">http://splatspace.org/location/</a> <br></p> 
<span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"><b><i>Please bring pre-purchased kits or projects</i></b> </span><br>You are asked to please purchase learn-to-solder electronics ahead of time.  Some of ones vetted by the organizer include: <br> <br>Chaney Electronics: <a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/products.asp?dept=13">http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/products.asp?dept=13</a><br><ul><li>3-Part Deluxe Through-Hole Learn Solder Kit, C6491,  beginner,  $10.25  <a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6491">http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6491</a><br></li></ul> <ul><li>2-Part Universal Surface-Mount Learn Solder Kit, C6758,  intermediate,  $7.95<br><a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6758">http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6758</a><br></li></ul><ul><li>4 kits in 1 Bundle A,  C6880,  beginner,  $16.75<a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6880"><br>http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6880</a><br></li></ul> <ul><li>4 kits in 1 Bundle B,  C6881,  beginner,  $16.25<br><a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6881">http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6881</a><br></li></ul><ul><li> 4 kits in 1 Bundle C,  C6934,  beginner,  $16.50<br><a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6934">http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6934</a> <br></li></ul><ul><li>4 kits in 1 Bundle E,  C6994,  beginner,  $18.15<br><a href="http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6994">http://www.electronickitsbychaneyelectronics.com/prodinfo.asp?number=C6994</a> <br></li></ul> Elenco @ Amazon Smile: <br><ul><li> Practical Soldering Project Kit, SP-1A,  beginner,  $10.50<a href="https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002LUAL6"><br>https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002LUAL6</a> <br></li></ul> Solder Training:  <a href="https://www.soldertraining.com/collections/kits">https://www.soldertraining.com/collections/kits</a> <br>  – some of these same kits are also available from Solder Tools: <br>  <a href="http://www.soldertools.net/categories/Solder-Training-Kits/Mixed-Technology/">http://www.soldertools.net/categories/Solder-Training-Kits/Mixed-Technology/</a> <br><ul><li> Standard Through-Hole Training Kit (2 Trainees), SST-K1-PT,  intermediate,  $26.95<br><a href="https://www.soldertraining.com/products/standard-through-hole-technology-solder-training-kit">https://www.soldertraining.com/products/standard-through-hole-technology-solder-training-kit</a> <br></li></ul><ul><li> Standard Surface Mount Training Kit (1 Trainee), SST-SMT, advanced,  $26.95<br><a href="https://www.soldertraining.com/products/standard-surface-mount-technology-solder-training-kit">https://www.soldertraining.com/products/standard-surface-mount-technology-solder-training-kit</a> <br></li></ul><ul><li> J-STD-001 Rev. E Certification Kit (2 Trainees), SST-J001-K1, advanced,  $30.00<br><a href="https://www.soldertraining.com/products/j-std-001-certification-kit">https://www.soldertraining.com/products/j-std-001-certification-kit</a> <br></li></ul><ul><li> IPC Rework and Repair Training Kit (2 Trainees), SST-7711-PLK1,  advanced,  $41.60<a href="https://www.soldertraining.com/products/ipc-7711-7721-rework-and-repair-training-kit"><br>https://www.soldertraining.com/products/ipc-7711-7721-rework-and-repair-training-kit</a> <br></li></ul> Other companies selling electronics kits for learning how to solder (mostly Velleman kits): <br> <br>    Sparkfun:  <a href="https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=solder+kits">https://www.sparkfun.com/search/results?term=solder+kits</a> <br>    Adafruit:  <a href="https://www.adafruit.com/category/203?q=learn%20to%20solder&">https://www.adafruit.com/category/203?q=learn%20to%20solder&</a> <br>    Rocket Department Learn to Solder Kits: <a href="http://learntosolderkit.com/products/">http://learntosolderkit.com/products/</a> <br>                                       and:  <a href="https://squareup.com/store/rocketdept/">https://squareup.com/store/rocketdept/</a> <br>    MadLab:  <a href="http://www.madlab.org/kits/">http://www.madlab.org/kits/</a> (see also Velleman Store Direct) <br>    Apogee Kits:  <a href="http://www.apogeekits.com/beginner-electronic-kits/beginner.htm">http://www.apogeekits.com/beginner-electronic-kits/beginner.htm</a> <br>                  <a href="http://www.apogeekits.com/electronic-kits-intermediate/intermediate.htm">http://www.apogeekits.com/electronic-kits-intermediate/intermediate.htm</a> <br>                  <a href="http://www.apogeekits.com/advanced-electronic-kits/advanced.htm">http://www.apogeekits.com/advanced-electronic-kits/advanced.htm</a> <br>    Jameco:  <a href="http://www.jameco.com/c/Electronic-Kits-Projects.html">http://www.jameco.com/c/Electronic-Kits-Projects.html</a> <br>    MCM Electronics/Newark: <a href="http://electronics.mcmelectronics.com/search?w=Electronic%20Kits">http://electronics.mcmelectronics.com/search?w=Electronic%20Kits</a> <br>    Velleman Store Direct:  <a href="https://www.vellemanstore.com/en/">https://www.vellemanstore.com/en/</a><br clear="all"><br><p>The organizer does have a several beginner's level kits available for
 those who forget or are unable to purchase them ahead of time.  They 
tend to run about $15 each, a few simple ones are $10, and are on a 
first-come first-served basis at the time of the event.  Splat*Space has
 a small selection of Velleman kits available as well.</p><p><br></p>
<p><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"><i><b>Please bring your own tools, if you have them </b></i></span></p> 
<p>If you already have your own tools, please bring what you can.  Especially if you have any advanced soldering tools. </p> 
<ul><li>Solder Station (preferred) or Solder Iron with stand and sponge, small tip</li><li>Diagonal Wire Cutters</li><li>Needlenose Pliers</li></ul>
<p><i>optional:  (will be provided if you don't have your own, sharing limited quantities)</i></p>
<ul><li>Safety Eyewear</li><li>Lead-Tin Electronics Rosin-core Solder (no lead-free please)</li><li>Desoldering Braid</li><li>Something to hold your work (like a small vice or 3rd-hand)</li><li>Soldering Probe or Pick</li><li>Tip conditioner</li><li>Solder Sucker</li><li>Solder Flux (pen or paste)</li><li>Solder Paste</li></ul>
If you don't have the budget to own your own tools and supplies, we 
have miscellaneous electronics components, a number soldering stations 
and tools for public use, and the talent to teach each other! <br> <br><span style="color:rgb(56,118,29)"><i><b>Questions?</b></i></span> <br>Contact Scott Hall if you have any questions:<br><br>-- <br><div class="gmail_signature">Scott G. Hall<br>Raleigh, NC, USA<br><a href="mailto:scottghall1@gmail.com" target="_blank">scottghall1@gmail.com</a><br>ph: 919-624-5973 </div></div>