Hakko 888D.
On 6/13/2016 12:00 PM, Eddy Avila wrote:
Greetings Elecraft afficiados, I'm looking for a recommendation for a soldering
station, my Weller temperature-controled station of 20 years is dying an
agonizing death and its time to upgrade!
I don't use my soldering station a lot, maybe
Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering Station recommendation
Greetings Elecraft afficiados, I'm looking for a recommendation for a soldering
station, my Weller temperature-controled station of 20 years is dying an
agonizing death and its time to upgrade!
I don't use my soldering station a lot,
I like my Aoyue 937. Amazon has 'em for $59.95.
73, Mike NF4L
> On Jun 13, 2016, at 1:00 PM, Eddy Avila wrote:
>
> Greetings Elecraft afficiados, I'm looking for a recommendation for a
> soldering station, my Weller temperature-controled station of 20 years is
> dying an agonizing death and i
Greetings Elecraft afficiados, I'm looking for a recommendation for a soldering
station, my Weller temperature-controled station of 20 years is dying an
agonizing death and its time to upgrade!
I don't use my soldering station a lot, maybe once a month and once in a while
put a kit together, s
Hi Mark,
any kind of Weller is good with proper tip mounted.
Do not use extremelly tiny tip as it could make warming through issues.
Most important is grounding your Weller properly as same as using ESD mat
grounded.
Good luck in building your K1 and see you on the air soon Mark,
73 - Petr, OK1
: Re: [Elecraft] : Soldering station
recommendation in preparation forbuilding a K1
Hi Edward,
Do you do much SMD work? If so, what do you use
for that? I'm thinking of getting a hot air rework
station to make life easier with SMD, which seems
to be the future.
- Brendon KK6AYI
On Sun, J
I use a WELLER SOLDERING STATION -- MODEL WTCPN 60 watt
BUT my REAL recommendation is to get Kester 62, 36, 2 Sn, Pb, Ag solder.
It can be had in 1# AND smaller packs. It DOES a great job. The 2%
silver is what makes it work super...
73, Steve WB3LGC
On 24-Jan-16 4:04 PM, Reuben Popp wrote
I got one of these hot air rework stations with a digital temperature
controlled iron on eBay in the UK. Takes regular Hakko soldering iron tips. It
is model 862D+ and is well made, and excellent value for money. I already had
another analog temperature controlled iron but prefer this one now.
Hi Edward,
Do you do much SMD work? If so, what do you use for that? I'm thinking of
getting a hot air rework station to make life easier with SMD, which seems
to be the future.
- Brendon KK6AYI
On Sun, Jan 24, 2016 at 9:06 AM, Edward R Cole wrote:
> I have the genuine HAKKO FX-951 (ESD safe)
I built my K2 with an old Weller TC-202 I have here; it's my "go to" iron
for most of my projects. That iron was "gifted" to me after serving hard
time at the local community college. It's not super pretty, but it still
works and well at that. You would be hard pressed to find a better deal
IMO.
I have the Hakko 936D which isn't made anymore. It's been replaced by
the FX-888.
I second Don's recommendation for the 1/16" chisel tip.
I built my loaded K2/100, KAT-100, 2T-gen, N-Gen, and XG2 with the 936
using the 1/16" and 1/8" chisel tips.
On 1/23/2016 9:11 PM, Mark Petrovic wrote:
Hi.
I have the genuine HAKKO FX-951 (ESD safe) solder station which is
essential for good soldering. It does cost double the other guys but
the "sleep" mode is very nice as tip temp is dropped to 450F when
solder iron is parked in its holder. It returns to 670F (temp fully
adjustable) a few secon
,
works amazingly well, and saves a great deal of embarassment.
Ted, KN1CBR
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From: Mark Petrovic
Sent: Saturday, January 23, 2016 10:11 PM
To: elecr...@qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station recommendation in preparation
forbuilding a K1
Hi. I am preparing to build
arrell AB2E
>
>
> From: Elecraft on behalf of Phil
> Wheeler
> Sent: Saturday, January 23, 2016 11:47 PM
> To: Elecraft Reflector
> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Soldering station recommendation in preparation
> forbuilding a K1
>
> Here a WES51, too. An excellent choice.
>
&
Ditto here on the WES51 solder station, very well-built and reliable.
73 Darrell AB2E
From: Elecraft on behalf of Phil Wheeler
Sent: Saturday, January 23, 2016 11:47 PM
To: Elecraft Reflector
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Soldering station recommendation in
Mark,
Most any temperature controlled soldering station will do a good job for
you.
I use the Hakko 936 soldering station although I believe that has been
discontinued. Circuit Specialists does have a knock-off of the Hakko
936 which takes the same tips. You might want to consider something
I have the Hako FX888D
I love it. I work in electronics manufacturing and our factory
equipment guy recommended them.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=sr_1_5_acs_h_2i_2593162011_13837391?ie=UTF8&qid=1453611442&sr=8-5-acs&node=13837391&srs=2593162011&field-keywords=hakko+soldering+station
: [Elecraft] Soldering station
recommendation in preparation forbuilding a K1
Hi. I am preparing to build the Elecraft K1,
and am seeking a
recommendation for a temperature controlled
soldering station
mentioned in the K1 assembly guide.
Any suggestions?
Thank you
Weller WES51. You can get it and all accessories at digikey
> 73 Tom
> va2fsq.com
>
>
> -Original Message- From: Mark Petrovic
> Sent: Saturday, January 23, 2016 10:11 PM
> To: elecr...@qth.net
> Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station recommendation in prepa
Hi I use a Weller WES51. You can get it and all accessories at digikey
73 Tom
va2fsq.com
-Original Message-
From: Mark Petrovic
Sent: Saturday, January 23, 2016 10:11 PM
To: elecr...@qth.net
Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station recommendation in preparation
forbuilding a K1
Hi
Hi. I am preparing to build the Elecraft K1, and am seeking a
recommendation for a temperature controlled soldering station
mentioned in the K1 assembly guide.
Any suggestions?
Thank you.
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Mike, that is the replacement heating element.
James K2QI
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Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station
Sent: Dec 26, 2010 07:38
I got an AOYUE 937+ soldering station for
On 12/26/2010 8:01 AM, Pierfrancesco Caci wrote:
>> "Mike" == Mike writes:
>
> Mike> I got an AOYUE 937+ soldering station for Christmas, to build
> Mike> Elecraft kits with, of course.
>
> Mike> Included (in a plastic bag of its own) was a plastic rod with
> Mike> 4 wi
I got an AOYUE 937+ soldering station for Christmas, to build Elecraft kits
with, of
course.
Included (in a plastic bag of its own) was a plastic rod with 4 wires sticking
out of
it. No mention in the manual, and I can't divine its purpose. It's about 6"
long.
Anybody know what it is?
73, M
14, 2010 11:20 AM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] soldering station
> The Weller WES51 and the Aoyue 937 were both highly recommended (I don't
> have experience with either. I use a Hakko 936, also an excellent
> soldering
> station). The Hakko has a grounded tip. I don't know whether
A few years ago I needed to get a new soldering station suitable for SMT
work. Since my old station made by Weller was still going strong after some
40 years, I looked to the same brand. Almost got a WES51, but then I noticed
that I could have an 80 watt unit, WD1002, that still had a very compact
e
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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] soldering station
Egad! Are they still around? Decades ago we used to make "variable
temperature" irons plugging a conventional iron into a Variac. The ARRL
handbook included a piece on using a
Egad! Are they still around? Decades ago we used to make "variable
temperature" irons plugging a conventional iron into a Variac. The ARRL
handbook included a piece on using a (then new) lamp dimmer to vary the
power to a conventional iron.
I can say for from experience that the Hakko has a temp
in purchasing the wrong
type of station based on unusually low price and the wording used in an ad.
Paul, W9AC
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From: "Ron D'Eau Claire"
To: ;
Sent: Sunday, November 14, 2010 12:20 PM
Subject: Re: [Elecraft] soldering station
> The Weller WES5
The Weller WES51 and the Aoyue 937 were both highly recommended (I don't
have experience with either. I use a Hakko 936, also an excellent soldering
station). The Hakko has a grounded tip. I don't know whether the others are
isolated or grounded.
I note that Amazon.com has a sale going on featur
Hi James,
Very true indeed. If I were using soldering iron for a living, I would go for
the best without single hesitation.
At first, I also hesitate to use Aoyue 937 until I saw them frequently used in
local repair shops.
cheers,
Johnny VR2XMC
- 郵件原件
寄件人﹕ James Sarte
收件人﹕ d.
from
>> > 'Goot'
>> - made
>> > in Japan.
>> > cheers,
>> >
>> >
>> > Johnny VR2XMC
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > - 郵件原件
>> > 寄件人﹕ Don Wilhelm
>> > 收件人﹕ riese-k3...@juno.com
&g
As we consider the lowly soldering station, may I ask the consesus of the hot
air/soldering station combo... i.e. which is the preferred, and has the best
longevity?
I've had two of the KADA 852 units and three hot air guns break, within hours
of initial use. Anyone for any better results?
I
which is 1/4 of the price.
>> The
>> > trick is to replace the original soldering tip with the same from
>> > 'Goot'
>> - made
>> > in Japan.
>> > cheers,
>> >
>> >
>> > Johnny VR2XMC
>> >
>> &g
Bob,
The Hakko 936 gets very high marks with most of those who have one, but
there are others that are also good.
73,
Don W3FPR
On 11/13/2010 8:48 PM, riese-k3...@juno.com wrote:
> Gang
>
> last week there was a thread on soldering stations,, before I ordered one
> I lost a week of e mail...
Gang
last week there was a thread on soldering stations,, before I ordered one
I lost a week of e mail... I dont want to start the thread again but
could
someone off list give me a head up on the recommended station
I believe it had an isolated tip etc
Bob K3DJC
Thanks to all who replied. Lots of information was received and even some that
I need to sift through on assembly of the K2/100. Real good stuff.
Now for the winner of the soldering station choices. I went with the Weller
WESD51. After reviewing things and realizing my 11 year old son KC2WWC
Nelson Wittstock K8DJC wrote:
>
> Since I would like to keep updating my
> K3 it looks like I will need to buy a soldering station. In looking
> through
> Googled references I see many stations in the $100 and up range. Is it
> absolutely necessary to spend that much to ensure the safety o
I just ordered the new KXV3 RXA board for my K3. The instructions state
requirements for the soldering station to be used in the installation of the
new board. My workshop has never had need for "high tech" soldering and
consequently I do not own a soldering station. I have several assorted
I just ordered the new KXV3 RXA board for my K3. The instructions state
requirements for the soldering station to be used in the installation of the
new board. My workshop has never had need for "high tech" soldering and
consequently I do not own a soldering station. I have several assorted
Tom asks,
<...What is the best soldering station to use in construction a K2- and why ?
The one you already have! Which, in my case is a good ol' Weller WTCPT, which
I've owned since 1980 or so. I use the smallest conical tip, 700 degrees F,
which appears to work quite well. It's also useful
I notice the "Hakko Clone" at
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/7307 has apparently sold
near 20 units in the past few days.
Regards,
Dick - KA5KKT/4
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Tom,
The 'best' soldering station is a personal choice. If you do a lot of
soldering, choose one from the semi-professional class (Hakko, Weller,
etc.) which will offer a lasting supply of replacement parts, tips and
other related items. If you plan only to build the K2 and its options,
a l
Sain'T Tom wrote:
What is the best soldering station to use in construction a K2- and why ?
to help you catch up with what has already been posted on this topic,
may I suggest you check out the reflector archives, you might start here:
http://www.elecraft.com/elist.html
where you will find a l
What is the best soldering station to use in construction a K2- and why ?
Thanks/73
Tom K4RV
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> As you'd expect, for professional use, the Pace and
> the Metcal are the most costly - and the "best" at
> what they do.
I'm curious what makes one unit better than another other than the obvious
differences between a temperature-controlled iron and a $10 radio shack
unit. Are you thinking of t
I'll second all of that!! Good rundown on slobbering irons.
I deal in electronic surplus and see broken temp-adjustable irons all
the time, at the same time there are tons of Magnetrol type Wellers out
there, some as old as I am, still working fine. (Got the tuner, key,
and first part of my KX
Some comments, each station design has its strengths and weaknesses
The Haako 936 uses ceramic heaters - some users swear by them other swear at
them.
The true Haako replacement heaters are NOT cheap - and their are already
Chinese copies of poorer quality (users beware of future "cheap"
repla
There are cheapie soldering irons made by almost everyone, including
Weller. The minimum Weller model is the WTCPT, the minimum Hakko is
whatever model is in that same price range. 73 de Alex NS6Y
On Apr 14, 2006, at 1:16 PM, Bob Nielsen wrote:
On Apr 14, 2006, at 12:40 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire
On Apr 14, 2006, at 12:40 PM, Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
The Pace and Edsyn soldering stations are in the $130 range. The
OKI (was
Metcal) soldering stations like the Wellers with front-panel
temperature
controls get up near $200. Of course, they all have special purpose
tools
that cost muc
Craig, NZ0R asked:
I'm curious what makes one unit better than another other than the obvious
differences between a temperature-controlled iron and a $10 radio shack
unit. Are you thinking of technical issues like recovery time and supporting
multiple irons/accessories or is it subjective issues l
> As you'd expect, for professional use, the Pace and
> the Metcal are the most costly - and the "best" at
> what they do.
I'm curious what makes one unit better than another other than the obvious
differences between a temperature-controlled iron and a $10 radio shack
unit. Are you thinking of
I am fortunate enough to have, either at work or at
home, at least one each of the several top-grade
soldering stations Pace, Metcal, Hakko, Edsyn,
Weller ... and several versions of each of these
manufacturers' product lines as well, in some cases.
As you'd expect, for professional use, the
> Message: 1
> Date: Thu, 3 Feb 2005 06:18:58 -0800 (PST)
> From: Mark Baugh, W5EZY
> Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station report
> To: Elecraft Reflector
>
> Hey, guys, I just purchased one of the Circuit
> Specialist CSI Station1 ESD Safe soldering stations
> for $3
Hey, guys, I just purchased one of the Circuit
Specialist CSI Station1 ESD Safe soldering stations
for $34.95. I really like it. I have been using a
borrowed Weller WTCPT, and the CSI1 is every bit as
good or better plus it has temp control at the twist
of a knob. You can't beat it for the price
Kirb, VE6IV asked:
I'm also in the market for a good variable temp station. Where is a good
place to buy on-line?
I got my Hakko 936 ESD at T-equipment here:
http://www.tequipment.net/
Here's a direct link to their page showing the Hakko station I have:
http://tinyurl
I'm also in the market for a good variable temp station. Where is a good
place to buy on-line?
73.
Kirb, VE6IV
Flex-Radio SDR-1000
..a pile of K2's inside your PC
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Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
Michael N4NMR wrote:
I suspect my temp controlled soldering station is going south on
Michael N4NMR wrote:
I suspect my temp controlled soldering station is going south on me. In
building my K2, I've noticed that it takes longer to get the solder flowing.
I'll take other recommendations just in case I have to go on-line to order
one.
---
Not knowi
1) Mine may be going bad:
I suspect my temp controlled soldering station is going south on me. In
building my K2, I've noticed that it takes longer to get the solder flowing.
Are there any _cheap_ but somewhat accurate ways of testing a station like
this? (Sorry, don't remember the brand name b
At 09:54 AM 12/2/2004, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote...
>I'm wondering if anyone has ordered and received the Circuit Specialists
>soldering stations which looked like Hakko 936's ? If so could they give us a
>similar report on that unit?
>
>At $35.00 it is indeed a tempting buy, but with Mike's pos
ike's post...?
Thanks,
Tom McCulloch, WB2QDG
k2 1103
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Mike S)
Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2004 10:53 pm
Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station
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ike's post...?
Thanks,
Tom McCulloch, WB2QDG
k2 1103
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Mike S)
Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2004 10:53 pm
Subject: [Elecraft] Soldering station
> (this is a resend to the list, the first was bounced by QTH.net
> because their postmaste
(this is a resend to the list, the first was bounced by QTH.net because their
postmaster has some brain-dead SMTP spam checking misconfiguration which
produces false positives (for the subject line "Circuit Specialists 701 rework
station:. Gr.)
About a week ago, Tom Hammond pointed out that
Are you about buying someone an Elecraft kit this holiday season, or desire an
inexpensive temperature controlled station for that new amateur builder?
I have 5 Weller WTCP in new condition (built from NOS parts). These are
identical to the WTCPL designs, BUT do not have the switch or neon light
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