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Helping hands with four gooseneck arms, alligator clips, weighted base, solder dispenser, brass sponge and flux jar

Electronix Express

Electronix Express Helping Hands with Gooseneck Arms, Solder Dispenser, Brass Sponge & Flux

SKU CH-DQ3N-WMMJR

Four flexible gooseneck arms with alligator clips hold PCBs and models steady for soldering, while a weighted 1.6 pound base, solder spool holder, brass and traditional sponges.

  • Product typeSoldering Accessories
  • Four flexible gooseneck arms with alligator clips hold PCBs and models steady for soldering
  • Weighted 1.6 pound base with anti-slip bumpers keeps the station stable during work
  • Brass wire sponge and traditional sponge give two tip-cleaning options for lead-free and standard solder
  • Removable spool holder feeds solder or hookup wire smoothly from the back
  • Included rosin flux removes oxidation so solder flows evenly for reliable joints

Helping Hands for Soldering Projects

This multifunction helping hand holds PCBs, hobby models and other projects in the exact position needed for soldering, gluing and assembling. Four flexible gooseneck arms, each about 9 inches long, are made of metal with a plastic covering and fitted with alligator clips to secure objects firmly. A weighted 1.6 pound base with anti-slip bumpers keeps the unit stable on the bench.

Upgrade from Basic Clips or Single-Arm Stands

The four-arm design replaces simpler holders that only grip one or two points, letting you position a board and components simultaneously. The jump is worth it when you need both hands free for iron and solder while the workpiece stays perfectly still. Builders who only do occasional through-hole joints may not need the extra arms and spool holder.

Simple Setup with Solder and Flux Included

Place the base, bend the goosenecks into position and clamp the workpiece with the alligator clips. The removable spool holder feeds solder or hookup wire smoothly, while a small jar of rosin flux and both brass and traditional tip-cleaning sponges are supplied. Common issues: the traditional sponge must be dampened with water before use, and the brass sponge should not be soaked. The spool holder can be detached if it gets in the way.

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Price $17.99
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Product typeSoldering Accessories

Questions about this item

How much bench space does the 7 inch square base with 1.6 pound weight need?

The weighted base measures 7 inches by 7 inches and includes anti-slip bumpers, so allow at least that footprint plus room for the four 9 inch gooseneck arms to swing.

What is the correct way to prepare the traditional sponge before first use?

Add water until the sponge is damp but not soaked; using it dry or overly wet will not clean the tip effectively.

When should the brass wire sponge be replaced instead of the traditional sponge?

Replace the brass sponge when the wire becomes compacted or contaminated, as it can no longer maintain tip temperature during lead-free soldering.

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