[sdiy] Cheap but reliable soldering iron

[Ove Ridé]

On 7 November 2012 17:13, Andre Majorel <aym-htnys at teaser.fr> wrote:
> I'm looking for an unregulated (cheap) soldering iron for backup
> in case my Weller WTCP breaks.
>
> I've had very bad luck with unregulated soldering irons. JBC,
> Camping gaz and another brand I forgot... All died by failure of
> the heating element.
>
> Any recommendations ?

Don't get an unregulated one. Do you specifically want an unregulated
one for some specific reason, or just to save money?

Many people have good things to say about Hakko's irons. $80 and free
US shipping if you buy now from Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/Hakko-Soldering-Station-FX-888-65W/dp/B004M3U0VU

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/Ove

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