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Pros & Cons
Pros
Needed this for electric guitar repair (pickup replacment) i'm very satisfied with this purchase. Not as convenient as modern cordless models, but way, way cheaper.
This one is a little nicer than any of the cheap plastic ones you find for $20 in your local hardware store and the lights are helpful. Its really lightweight and the led lights are a great addition. All were related to led lighting.
Cons
The tips for this iron only have nickel over copper plating which erodes extremely quickly (after about 20-30 minutes of use) when used with lead free solder. The short lifespan of the tips lowers the score to two stars. Think twice before you order, ... Read More
Highlights
Quality
I really like this soldering iron it is better built then my old one, it heats up great
Good soldering iron, feels substantial and comfortable.
Test before making the connections permanent, if the led's do not work on low heat, reverse the diode.
No temperature control or fancy holder - just a generic soldering iron.
Price
That makes it a good value regardless of cost.
They are so worthy for the price,highly recommend this product a good feeling i'm very satisfied with this purchase excellent purchase!
Also for under $20 out seems very fair.
I didn’t want to pay a lot and purchase a regulated, temperature controlled weller soldering base station & gun.
Shipping
It arrived on the first available delivery date and all in one piece!
Competitiveness
Weller says it all, i've been using weller all my life and nothing compares.
I didn't use the included solder, based on reading ( i think in other reviews ) that the lead free solder that comes with it is... Read More
Works better than a few of the cheaper ones i have tried.
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iron, good, great, better and enough. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
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- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 278 reviews as of our last analysis date on Oct 28 2024.
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I have been using weller products since the mid 60s
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I did not rate temp control as this iron is not adjustable
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Not as convenient as modern cordless models but way way cheaper
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
No temperature control or fancy holder just a generic soldering iron
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
For electronics jobs not electrical jobs
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
If youre a serious 34solderer34 you might want a better one
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But this one is good for little jobs here and there
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Weller says it all ive been using weller all my life and nothing compares
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