How to solder a tin watering can is one of the topics covered in the "How to Solder Tin" video.
Tin metal is easier to solder than other metals because it is pre-coated with tin.Tin can be soldered at a lower temperature than other metals because of the layer of tin.Ensuring the metal seams are clean and the soldering iron tip is prepared are important steps in the process of soldering tin.
Plug the solder iron into an electrical outlet and heat it to the point where solder will melt on the tip.
Old solder and debris can be removed with a wet sponge.
Attach new solder to the tip of the solder iron.Light coating of solder on the tip allows heat to spread evenly.The solder iron is ready to use.
Clean the edges of the tin metal.Clean with a cloth rag.This removes any dirt that may be on the seams to make sure there is a good solid seam after soldering.
Make sure the edges are dry-fit.Although solder has the ability to fill in small gaps, the resulting soldered seam will not look attractive.
To ensure that solder bonds with the tin metal evenly, coat the edges of the seam with a acid base.
There are two tin metal seams on top of the wood.The block of wood acts as a heat sink to keep the tin metal from heating up.
The solder iron should be placed at the intersection point of the two edges being soldered.
At the point where the soldering iron tip is touching the metal, place the tip of the 50/50 solder.The solder will start to melt when the metal is hot.Don't use too much solder to avoid poorly soldered seams.
To remove excess solder, wipe the soldered seam periodically with a dry cloth rag.This results in a shiny seam.