I've been looking at that station to replace my ancient Weller TCP. JBC was recommended when I asked my PCB assembly house. I like the fact they go into a lower temperature mode when in the stand, saves the tips blackening.
It's confusing indeed in their brochures. I think it may possibly lack the auto sleep functionality in its i-tool beyond having a cheaper lighter tray.
If the price difference is only due to the tray then its an absolute bargain. Maybe an email to Ersa or to a main vendor can clarify.
Both being small on the hobby bench with separate trays=good ergonomically. You need light silicone cable and a light handle. That combination frees your moves and precision.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHlM6vgfQxo
I dont have a way to measure exactly, but 5 seconds feels right for my Pace.
Only established brands available through established vendors will guarantee future availability of tips and spares. A major factor on deciding for Weller, Ersa, JBC, Hakko, OKI-Metcal etc. All those brands have an extensive catalogue of cleverly shaped tips. Their tips metallurgy is far superior to the bargain brands too.
Atten have a range of solder stations... Products / Soldering Tools_atten
These use Hakko format tips that are available in a wide range of shapes and are economical.
Additional pencils are available quite cheaply also...cheap enough to permanently fit different tips and swap pencils according to need/application.
Search Ebay for "Atten"....stations, pencils, tips real cheap, and perfectly good.
Dan.
The new Hakko FX-888D is a bargain in America too.
Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station Review - YouTube
http://www.amazon.com/Digital-FX888D-CHP170-bundle-cutter/dp/B00AWUFVY8/ref=pd_sbs_indust_1
Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station Review - YouTube
http://www.amazon.com/Digital-FX888D-CHP170-bundle-cutter/dp/B00AWUFVY8/ref=pd_sbs_indust_1
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Those are all Hakko 936 clones. They differ in build quality and temperature steadiness between them. Their price and Hakko tips compatibility format are their strengths.
The moment you jump over the Hakko FX category you get lighter handles and silicone cables, sleep functions, 10-20 sec heating up times, metal enclosures and trays, that kind of stuff. (The Hakko FX has a metal tray).
The moment you jump over the Hakko FX category you get lighter handles and silicone cables, sleep functions, 10-20 sec heating up times, metal enclosures and trays, that kind of stuff. (The Hakko FX has a metal tray).
looks like the same solder iron used for some years in a BlackJack station
I don't know much about the US company Curcuit Specialists
but they appear reliable and always seem to have more or less the same stuff listed
and avilable from UK at 27GBP makes it tempting
and some of us does not solder so much complicated stuff
sure, I solder often, but mostly simpler things
well, my loved gas iron is trash now ... with a handfull of new tips now useless
Maybe there is a mess up in the way they refer to power consumption and power delivery. I would trust they both are 60W handle tool irons to stay on the secure side.
Those stations push power the more their sensor knows its going away so they maintain the delivery. If you get a 5mm chisel tip they will do OK on PSUs, ground planes, thick cables etc. for the hobbyist and semi-pro level. I have a 60W quoted Metcal and it really delivers with a thick tip on such jobs no problem. The good thing is that the Nano and 470 KHZ Metcal category offer a range of circa 10 Euro tips in average.
ahh, a 5mm tip ... yes ofcourse
sounds great
I thought maybe that small iron only takes small tips
but then, why would it be 80watt
edit ... manual confirms, a 5mm tip is available
I bought the little Hakko FX-888 (not the D) a few months ago when my Weller solder station crapped out, and I have no complaints. It heats up quicker than the Weller, has a smaller footprint, and better look and feel, as long as you don't mind the garish Fisher-Price yellow and blue color. At least it won't get lost on the bench...
Excellent dynamic power delivery and thermal recovery. Its the same as the current ones, it just lacks the LCD display. Personally I don't like the integrated stand format. They usually come from professional benches when auctioned on E-bay like the Metcals, so condition is to be double checked with the seller. Hand tools and tips are professional level priced and performing of course. Just weigh bench space, condition, running cost, and power needs for your use. JBC soldering performance per se is champ.
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