Cordless soldering iron
US6646228B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K3/0307
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides a soldering iron with a graphite tip having two separate halves that are electrically isolated from one another. When both halves of the tip are applied to an electrically conductive material, such as the material to be soldered, an electrical circuit between the tip halves and an electrical power source is completed. Therefore, the tip can reach operating temperatures quickly. When the tip is removed from the joint, the electrical circuit is broken and the tip material may quickly cool to a temperature safe for human contact. The tip material permits higher power outputs than other battery operated portable soldering irons and permits over 300 joints for each full charge.
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