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== Blue Weller ==
== Blue Weller ==


An updated version of the Black Weller, this one using number 8 bits, 800F / 425C more suitable for lead-free soldering.
An updated version of the Black Weller, this one using number 8 bits, 800F / 430C more suitable for lead-free soldering.


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Revision as of 12:03, 21 January 2014

More details and photos to follow Dclarke (talk) 04:47, 10 January 2014 (EST)

Black Weller

The 'classic' temperature controlled bench soldering iron, used in industry for years, and replacement parts are still available.

The Weller TCP irons use a unique temperature control mechanism, where the magnetic properties (Curie-point) of the bit itself control the point where the power to the iron is switched off. Each bit has a stamped in the end to denote the switching temperature, the black Weller should use number 7 bits, 700F / 370C suitable for leaded soldering.

Blue Weller

An updated version of the Black Weller, this one using number 8 bits, 800F / 430C more suitable for lead-free soldering.

Maplin Temperature controlled

Non-TC irons

Hot Air Gun