Is this unit specifically for SMD type of work or can it be used for regular soldering?
1111249
I have this exact unit, and use it daily for soldering audio cables. It works for any type of soldering, not just SMD work. It's a great unit for the money.
1111250
if randy is for both normal welding and hot air soldering iron thermostat for surface welds
1791076
NO, not designed for that function. A continuous heated solder Iron would work nicely.
339567
Hello Mr Fraser. I use my soldering station to repair solid state circuitry in music related products. 90% of the board level repairs I do are keyboards, Korg, Roland, Yamaha and others. I have yet to see any noticeable variation in temps aside from having the AC on and being to close to an air diffuser which tends to cool the work tip. different solder alloys can be a pain in the butt let alone a bothersome or quirky soldering station.Buy this one with confidence..Mr Phill.ps: forgot to mention that I used a heat testing device to verify my unit. for stability while active and at rest. Hello Mr Fraser. I use my soldering station to repair solid state circuitry in music related products. 90% of the board level repairs I do are keyboards, Korg, Roland, Yamaha and others. I have yet to see any noticeable variation in temps aside from having the AC on and being to close to an air diffuser which tends to cool the work tip. different solder alloys can be a pain in the butt let alone a bothersome or quirky soldering station.Buy this one with confidence..Mr Phill.ps: forgot to mention that I used a heat testing device to verify my unit. for stability while... » Read More Hello Mr Fraser. I use my soldering station to repair solid state circuitry in music related products. 90% of the board level repairs I do are keyboards, Korg, Roland, Yamaha and others. I have yet to see any noticeable variation in temps aside from having the AC on and being to close to an air diffuser which tends to cool the work tip. different solder alloys can be a pain in the butt let alone a bothersome or quirky soldering station.Buy this one with confidence..Mr Phill.ps: forgot to mention that I used a heat testing device to verify my unit. for stability while active and at rest. « Show Less
1069694
Yes. My son used it to make repairs to his computer. Its a nice little soldering. tool. He has had it since Christmas. And its still working
698657
Not by design but to be able to de-solder is a separate but equal skill and I would consider it the next step in evolving your skill set. I prefer to use a De-soldering Pump but wicking is also an option. When it is time to remove a damaged component or isolate for testing this skill is important. To de-solder you reheat the joint and the pump "sucks" away the solder. I made this purchased this to use in a mentoring application and was satisfied with it.
1004791
I would. Granted I don't do general electronic soldering work, but I use mine for some pretty close up work w/ sewing & wish I'd gotten mine years before!
1945710
I use it to hold my hair to my curling iron. It can withstand 375 F for about 30 seconds. I wouldn't use it to solder.
1442098
This is not a soldering tool. It's a small heat gun, best use is for heat shrink tubing in tight areas and other duties that requires high heat being blown in a smaller area. I have no idea if it will work for your needs.
1999426
Not sure. I have used it for electrical soldering and some jewelry soldering. have to be careful burns a little hot.
1477214
This one is better for different types of solder. You can change the temperature, it's fast to heat and it stays at the temp you use last. Just don't forget about the other tips. They're about $15 for a genuine set. I use this brand to fix desktop towers.
1575398
Something like the Weller SP-175 or larger. It is an iron, not a gun, and this is the only type of soldering equipment designed for continuous use. Certainly not as convenient as a gun but it is good for a 24/7 duty cycle. The only other option I see if to have several of these plugged in and waiting to go and rotate them in and out.
884306
This is an Electronics Soldering Iron, and is not for the use that you want. I would suggest a very strong Epoxy.
503818
Highly doubt it, you'd need to be able to heat both pieces to melting point of solder. This tool will likely melt itself first and still not have enough power to do what you want.You may be better off with a propane torch like the kind used for plumbing.
1512431
yes I'm pretty sure it will work I have used a small butane torch to do soldering with this before it and it worked great
1751115
it's a tool to help you guide/hold solder and small components as you work on them.
17511
Yeah its pretty standard rosin core solder. Its useful for what you need. It should get the job done.
144446
No. Watch a few youtube videos. If you know how to solder it isn't too complicated.