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Versatility

Customers are highly satisfied with the versatility of the Weller WP35 soldering iron, praising its ability to perform well for various projects and its compatibility with additional heads for different types of work. Some customers also appreciate its durability and overall quality. However, a few mention that the power cord is too short.

Temperature Control

Customers are overwhelmingly positive about the temperature control feature of the Weller WP35 soldering iron, praising its ability to maintain a consistent temperature and heat up quickly, making it a reliable tool for various soldering tasks. Some customers have compared it to their long-term experience with the brand and consider it a good investment for both basic and heavy-duty jobs.

Tip Selection

Customers are highly satisfied with the versatility of the Weller WP35 soldering iron due to its extensive tip selection, making it suitable for various applications. The easy tip change feature adds convenience for users. Some customers suggest specific tips for more precision work but overall, they are pleased with their purchase and the availability of replacement tips.

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Heating Speed

Customers have mixed opinions on the heating speed of the Weller WP35 soldering iron. While most agree it heats up quickly and effectively for hobby work, some users report inconsistent heating and rapid oxidation of the tip.

Durability

Customers generally express positive sentiment towards the durability of the product with several reporting long term usage without issues. Some customers mention that they've had their Weller soldering irons for decades and continue to use them. However, a small group of customers report issues with the product, specifically the tip rods coming loose.

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Quality


Easy to hold and control, quality is just like it was 25 years ago.


Even the small stuff like the power cord is high quality.


I have used the same wp35 for over thirty years, so unless the build quality has been drastically cheapened, a wp35 will be the...  Read More


My weller wes51 soldering station went on the blink after several years of heavy use and i just decided to get this instead.

Price


I really didn’t want to buy an expensive adjustable weller, so i bought the cheap 15-$20 stuff onamazon.


If you're in this price range, this is your guy

Shipping


Amazon got this to me quickly, ordered mid week and on my door step on sunday, which was nice.

Packaging/appearance


Came in good nothing was wrong with it works well

Competitiveness


I have half dozen other irons of similar wattage, and this weller wp-35 out performs them all.


The heat up time is fairly quick and it maintains a constant temperature unlike cheaper brands which tend to either overheat, o...  Read More


It's much better than the random one that i bought at radioshack.


I rarely have to replace a soldering iron from weller, but if i do it is with the same model.

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  • This product had a total of 527 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 27 2024.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    The old one was over 20 years old having been used nearly every working day


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    When they replaced an old weller with a newer model i got to take the old one home


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I used the old one for 15 years until it finally failed


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Another foot in length would be nice


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Once you heat it to 361 degrees f


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Needed a new soldering iron as my rs model from back in the day just wasn’t working like it should


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I’ve known about weller soldering irons for some time


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    We would leave it on for an hour or so

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