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Next, it is advisable to protect the joint from the elements, but this is not really necessary. 3M rubber electrical tape works well here. It's like regular electrical tape, except it's made of rubber rather than vinyl, and is quite a lot thicker. Hot glue also works for this.  
Next, it is advisable to protect the joint from the elements, but this is not really necessary. 3M rubber electrical tape works well here. It's like regular electrical tape, except it's made of rubber rather than vinyl, and is quite a lot thicker. Hot glue also works for this.  


You can consult this page for more information: http://www.epemag.com/solderfaq/default.htm
You can consult this page for more information: http://www.epemag.com/solderfaq/default.htm<br>
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