| - | [* icon_caution] The use of abrasives, such as sandpaper, wire brushes, or polishing bars, should only be turned to as an ''absolute last resort'' when completing the job is more important than preserving the tip. These methods strip away the iron plating on the tip, drastically shortening its lifespan. |
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| - | [* icon_note] If wire brushing and tip tinning fail to remove oxidation, it's usually time to pick up a new tip [link to tip sales page]. |
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| + | [* icon_note] If wire brushing and the use of tip tinner failed to remove oxidation, it's time to pick up a new tip [link to tip sales page. |
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| + | [* black] But if you ''really'' need to finish that last connection or two, bust out some high-grit (600 or more) sandpaper. |
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