Soldering Iron For Xlr Cables

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Soldering iron for xlr cables.

Processes of building xlr cable. The first thing that you need after obtaining your cable and xlr end is a soldering iron and some solder. Here s how to use a solder to repair or make a ne balanced xlr cable with neutrik connectors. Soldering an xlr cable.

Soldering iron wire strippers cable cutters needle nose pliers utility knife third hand tool lighter. Then with the female xlr connector firmly in the vice hold the end of the cable and solder the black wire onto the 3 middle connection as shown then the red wire on to the 2 connection and finally the shield wire onto. It s now time to solder the wires to the connector. In the picture above the male end of the xlr cable is on the left and the female end is on the right.

Second you will want to figure out a way to safely and securely hold the xlr end in place as you solder the wire the end. Before you even turn your iron on you need to cut the cable and organize its ends. It s important to know the placement of the individual wires within the xlr cable. Examples are canare belden mogami heat shrink neutrik xlr connector solder.

A pair of wire cutters. For more recommendations on tools and everything you need to get started check out my build your own xlr audio cables and panels kit. 20 is a good length if you re not sure. 2 make shallow lengthwise cuts at each end.

You ll want to tin the soldering iron first by applying a little bit of solder to the iron directly but then when soldering the wires to the cups you ll want to heat up the cups and the wire and then add solder all at the same time to ensure a good connection. A small vise works best but in a pinch you can also use a pair of pliers or ideally a vise grips. The picture below will. The process of building an xlr cable is an enjoyable task.

A clamp to hold your xlr cable a soldering iron. 1 cut to cable length. Realistically anything over 50 might be unwieldy or invite noise. Your microphone cable can be any length.

Soldering iron cutters needle nose pliers hand tool knife wire stripper materials needed for building xlr cable cable.