>>3007000
>>3007000
>>3007000
to answer your question, you're applying heat to the solder joint for too long. all of the flux on the joint is evaporating, and the oxide layer that forms makes the solder keep its shape even when molten, which is why it doesnt pool onto the pad and why the joint looks like shit
add more flux to the joint and remelt it. or solder faster

>>3009622
This Anon fucks.
>>3009621
You want to adjust your iron's temp based not only on the thermal mass of components you'll be working on, but also the mass of the ground plane on the PCB. It acts like a heat sink, so you need to be able to overcome thermal losses to make a solid joint without burning anything (short dwell time).

When I first glanced I thought that said "overheating my spider"

>>3009665
>>3009621
PS, tin things before joining them and don't be afraid to use more flux, just try not to get retarded and make a mess, and clean it up janny.

>>3009621
You shouldn't bother using an iron under 70W. You should also use the right tips for the job. Avoid conical.

>>3009621
Does it really matter as a hobbyist

>>3010033
Yes. If you aren't trying to do things right or improve your skills, then why try at all?

>>3009621
> spikes
Hit it with a heat gun for a bit to melt the spikes

if it makes electrical contact and doesn't break, it's good.
don't waste your time overthinking about cosmetic things like it looking "ugly".

>>3009621
Top right isn't too much solder, it's a cold joint, it didn't flow and there's cracking.

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>>3009621
>"good" solder joint
>doesn't even wet out the whole pad

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>>3009621
I trust the experts

>>3009621
>if I keep getting spikes when I pull away from the joint?

this happens sometimes; it makes no difference to the joint
if it bothers you, just snip it off with side cutters
if that still bothers you, just reheat and pull away quick

>>3009621
you may need to clean your iron
if dirt gets in the solder it can cause spikes or pits
use emery cloth and a wet sponge if you want to tin the iron's tip really well

>>3009621
Only two are bad, every other one in picrel is acceptable

Is there not a soldering general/thread?