Homebrew PCBs

On 7/10/08, Richard Mustakos <rmustakos@...> wrote:
> I don't remember  why I learned this, and I'm sure it is bad for them, but whenever I use an iron or soldering iron, when I am done,and it is unplugged, I cool it in water until I can touch it.  I may be paranoid, but they are out to get me!   ;^)
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>  Richard

It sure is bad for them.
Once the tip coating is broken, it's gone. Your hand will heal just fine ;-)

No, seriously, just use a proper stand and it's dealt with.

ST