Makita Cordless Soldering Iron

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This is a Cordless Soldering Iron project tailored specifically for Makita 18V batteries, but its design versatility allows it to be easily adapted to other battery types with minimal modifications. The project is based on a 12-24V Digital Soldering Iron Station Temperature Controller Kit for Hakko T12 that I acquired from eBay. In case the original link becomes unavailable, an image of the item from eBay has been included, providing a visual reference to aid in finding alternate sources (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/12V-24V-Digital-Soldering-Iron-Station-Temperature-Controller-Kit-for-Hakko-T12/252360695980). The project relies on two other Thingiverse designs - the Makita Battery Mount(https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:352094) and an 18V Makita Battery Terminal Connector (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:863257). To utilize this design with different batteries, simply replace the adapter plate. One notable point about the Battery Terminal Connector is that the terminals can be fabricated from a 9V battery's steel casing. However, it's worth noting that the steel often comes coated with plastic, which can be rectified by applying a tin coating. To ensure optimal performance and longevity of this project, exercise caution when using it to avoid excessive drain on the battery. The soldering iron will operate effectively at 12V, but this voltage level is lower than what the battery was designed for. Fortunately, the charger should mitigate this issue. Two versions of the project are available, each with distinct features: one includes a power switch and the other does not. The EDK SC-W rocker switch used in the version with the power switch was sourced from another project.