What Soldering Iron Will Accept These Tips?

[DavidL]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Handwork-Multi-Size-Brass-Shape-Soldering-Iron-Tip-To-Burn-Edge-Decorate-Leather-/221206907299?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item3380f589a3

Do all the soldering irons have the same size hole?

[billybopp]

The simple answer is no. But you're in luck. These look to be intended for use with cheap soldering irons, the non tempurature regulated ones. Unless you intend to use it with an iron that you already own, I'd take them to the store with you and ask to try them for fit. Most places should be happy to help you try it out. One of those should only cost something like $10-20, depending on the wattage. Maybe somebody else will be able to advise on what wattage to use, but I have no experience in using them this way. ( I'm a pro at soldering, tho! )

Bill

[Hi Im Joe]

The Weller iron I have has a pretty big opening with a set screw to secure the tip so I think the tips you linked would fit in the iron I have.

[veedub3]

I have that set and the Weller Iron Joe mentioned and they do fit.

Karina

[DavidL]

thank you il try that out.

[JanC]

Is this used to burnish the edges or just to burn around the edges?

[mrtreat32]

Is this used to burnish the edges or just to burn around the edges?

curious as well. If anyone has tried these out I would love your hear feedback

Edited June 26, 2014 by mrtreat32

[veedub3]

I purchased this set solely to use to add decorative lines to my work. I did however use the larger one on a leather wallet I made that the edges would otherwise be difficult to burnish along with edge paint, then heat sealed it. I worked great, but I happen to not like that look as it looks "plasticky" to me, although many high end brands use that method. I have never done it on regular veg tan as I follow the Bob Parks method, but I don't see why it wouldn't work.

Karina

[JanC]

Would you mind posting photos of what you mean?

Also, is the process to paint the edges (Edgekote?) then heat seal? Thanks.

[mrtreat32]

Im interested as well.

There is also another tool in this thread that I found searching this subject. One guy posted pictures and his results looked really nice but the thread seemed to just end without any further info.

here it is.

http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=38750&page=6

http://www.woodcraft.com/product/2001813/2546/tool-kit-10-in-1.aspx#ProdInformationTab

this is the tool and comes with multiple attachments.

also on ebay I saw these which look interesting.. curious if anyone has used them. Look like the wooden dremel burnishers with different size grooves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/331208933594?lpid=82

[veedub3]

Would you mind posting photos of what you mean?

Also, is the process to paint the edges (Edgekote?) then heat seal? Thanks.

No I am referring to Edge Paint not Edge Coat. I use a product from Japan that I am told is similar to Fenice Edge Paint. You paint it on then heat seal it.

Here is a video that shows the process of applying the edge paint. I don't have the machine she is using I just use a fine tip brush to apply.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3-XM-jPOmk

Karina

Edited June 28, 2014 by veedub3

[veedub3]

Im interested as well.

There is also another tool in this thread that I found searching this subject. One guy posted pictures and his results looked really nice but the thread seemed to just end without any further info.

here it is.

http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=38750&page=6

http://www.woodcraft.com/product/2001813/2546/tool-kit-10-in-1.aspx#ProdInformationTab

this is the tool and comes with multiple attachments.

also on ebay I saw these which look interesting.. curious if anyone has used them. Look like the wooden dremel burnishers with different size grooves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/331208933594?lpid=82

That last link you posted I was thinking about picking that set up some time ago but I ended up getting a wood slicker from leatherburnishers and just didn't bother, although I am sure if chucked in a Dremel it would work the same as the wood burnisher I have.

I did a test today on a scrap piece of vegtan. (I want to say upfront that I had no idea what the heck I was doing but here is the process) I first use liquid glycerin and a wood slicker on the edge to lay down the fibers. Then I went over it with beeswax and use the hot tool to melt in the beeswax. I am thinking I had the temp too high because it appears to have darkened the leather quite a bit. Maybe if I would have applied a finish on top it would have turned out better, but.........

Here are some pics:

1. The first pic is an edge done the Bob Parks way.

2. The second pic is black edge paint that has been hot glazed. (can't really tell in the photo but up close it looks just like a plastic coating of some sort. (Not a fan of that look)

3. The third pic is the edge I did with beeswax and the hot tool. I am sure with more testing I can get this method to work, and as I stated before I had no idea how this should have been done, but for now I will just stick with Parks method.

Karina

[mrtreat32]

That last link you posted I was thinking about picking that set up some time ago but I ended up getting a wood slicker from leatherburnishers and just didn't bother, although I am sure if chucked in a Dremel it would work the same as the wood burnisher I have.

I did a test today on a scrap piece of vegtan. (I want to say upfront that I had no idea what the heck I was doing but here is the process) I first use liquid glycerin and a wood slicker on the edge to lay down the fibers. Then I went over it with beeswax and use the hot tool to melt in the beeswax. I am thinking I had the temp too high because it appears to have darkened the leather quite a bit. Maybe if I would have applied a finish on top it would have turned out better, but.........

Here are some pics:

1. The first pic is an edge done the Bob Parks way.

2. The second pic is black edge paint that has been hot glazed. (can't really tell in the photo but up close it looks just like a plastic coating of some sort. (Not a fan of that look)

3. The third pic is the edge I did with beeswax and the hot tool. I am sure with more testing I can get this method to work, and as I stated before I had no idea how this should have been done, but for now I will just stick with Parks method.

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Karina

All those edges look pretty good. Although that is on veg tan which burnishes nicely. You have used it on other types of leather as well? ( the soldering iron)

I have a wood dremel burnisher as well but I was under the impression the last one I posted from ebay was meant to be connected to a soldering iron. That way you can heat treat the edges of the piece like the other tools posted. Not sure the spinning metal would have much effect although I could be wrong.

[veedub3]

All those edges look pretty good. Although that is on veg tan which burnishes nicely. You have used it on other types of leather as well? ( the soldering iron)

I have a wood dremel burnisher as well but I was under the impression the last one I posted from ebay was meant to be connected to a soldering iron. That way you can heat treat the edges of the piece like the other tools posted. Not sure the spinning metal would have much effect although I could be wrong.

Yes the last picture you posted is designed to be connected to a soldering iron. I was simply saying that i choose not to get it as the wood burnisher I already had works well so I just didn't bother. In my photos, the first one done with a wood burnisher connected to a dremel. The 2nd photo was to show JanC that I was referring to Edge Paint, not Edge Coat - done with the heated brass tip connected to a soldering iron, and the 3rd photo was done with the heated brass tip connected to a soldiering iron on regular vegtan. (The last photo IMO did not turn out too well)

I have only used it on thin leathers that are too soft to burnish normally. (Bag leather using the edge paint) I do have some Chromexcel and Oil tanned leather that I can try it on, as soon as I get a minute I will try to get some pics of those.

Karina

[Trox]

I have one of them. The (rod) part that goes up in the soldering Iron has a diameter of 5 mm.

Tor

[Fat Dog Leather]

Veedub3,

I am looking for a edge finish for softer leathers that are chrome tanned. I have tried using the Fenice edge paint and then the hot iron on top. The result is okay but not the professional look I am after to actually meld two pieces into a smooth coated edge. Not sure what I am doing wrong.

Any suggestions?

Thanks