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The 'classic' temperature controlled bench soldering iron, used in industry for years, and replacement parts are still available. | The 'classic' temperature controlled bench soldering iron, used in industry for years, and replacement parts are still available. | ||
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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. | 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. | ||
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An updated version of the Black Weller, this one using number 8 bits, 800F / 430C 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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== Maplin Temperature controlled == | == Maplin Temperature controlled == | ||
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[[Category:Tools and Equipment]] | [[Category:Tools and Equipment]] | ||
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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
Heatshrink tool in its workstation stand
Heatshrink tool removed for hand-held use
