I got a couple HobbyStar 5S - 1600mah 120C packs that I need to change the plugs to Deans to match my ESC. I tried soldering yesterday and found the 10 gauge to need a lot more heat than the smaller 12 gauge on the 4S 25C packs I had been. I got these packs cause they weight a little less than the standard 1800 mah pack normally used for this size ship (Ringmaster) and it fits in the nose tank area which also helps the balance.
I got one wire on after trying three different soldering irons - 40 Weller Iron, Weller 140W Gun, 150W iron. The 150W iron worked the best but because the tip is rather large makes it more difficult to get a good contact with the plug lead. Has anyone soldered this weight lead and what solder, iron, method did you use?
Thanks, DennisT