Is this a good station for repairing electronics at the component level? (Soldering &amp; desoldering EPROM, SOIC, QFP, etc...the difficult stuff.)
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I've been using it to solder resistors and wires to pc boards. Works grat so far. I am a newbie with limited skills, but I have not had any problems so far.
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If I understand what you want to do correctly, this station would definitely handle the job. Cell phone components are QUITE small and typically very heat sensitive so in general you'll need a soldering station with good thermal control and very fine tips. This station can do both. It might be a little overkill if you don't intend to use it frequently, though. As for the tip, I would suggest this one: Hakko T15-ILS - T15 Series Soldering Tip - Conical - Slim - R0.1 x 13.5 mm If you've never soldered surface mount components (like the ones in cell phone electronics) you should watch some video tutorials and practice on something that you don't mind damaging. You can do a good job by hand, but it can be difficult. I have used a less expensive Hakko station extensively as well as this one and I believe both could handle what you're looking to do. They don't make my other model any more, but it is similar to this one: Digital FX888D & CHP170 bundle, includes FREE CHP170 cutter It uses different (and less expensive) tips but still has pretty good thermal control.
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
736010
That is my experience as well. I have done of lot of soldering of circuit boards, and even those I have produced myself did not have this issue. Creating a repair for pads that break loose is not trivial and requires scraping the traces around the pad so that a fine wire (I use wirewrap wire stripped) can be used to make the repair. I was disappointed in this kit.
465061
No. This soldering station will work on just about any type of job needed. You can vary the temp. and even lock the temp so it won't accidently get turned to a higher temp.
1409204
If it is badly broken and exposing the electronic components that are under it, I would but if its just a small chip you should be fine.
281167
I can't be very helpful I'm afraid. It's unusual for a manufacturer to replace parts or offer to fix things anymore. (Which really sucks, but...) You may be able to find a business that fixes electronics that could do this for you.
1367925
No, it will not work "from the box". But you have to only replace 1 capacitor, and it will. I made it myself, it took me about 15 minutes (I am absolutely new to soldering)
595349
The electronic components in this are not good quality. I've had two units and both green LED arrays went out. May be able to replace a component and get it running again.
1728098
Thank you for quick answer. Also a second question, would this solder be good for long uses? And where would be a good site to look up, and learn the proper care for these tools?
2100723
I'm not sure....not a tech geek. Go to Youtube and lookup repair videos made by Gadget Menders. They explain things pretty well. That's the video I used.
1652146
It will definately give all the readings you"ll need performing the basic testing you'll need to do. If you advance into some higher level of electronics rather than just swapping parts you may find it lacking some sensitivity and sophistication you'd need but I'd say it's design is well within the realm of what you'd be doing for quite awhile. And I'd definately recommend it.
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radio shack ... not a fan of their usual low budget products ... but it works great!
1231930
I use it strictly for mobile phones and tablets, but it is a very good quality set of pretty much all the tools you'll need in electronics repair. It's a quality set, but I would have appreciated it as a beginner!!
478977
Yeah I would recommend this unit for hobby type use. I can only give that recommendation because I don't use it on a consistent basis, but it works great for my weekend projects!
1652141
IMHO, a PC tech only needs a 10 dollar DMM, really! Everything is digital, either you got 3.5/5 volts or you don't, and nobody troubleshoot these things at the component level, we just swap stuff.
215496
That is right. Being said. It is a reliable machine. And if you can solder, it is a cinch.