Hakko 936 - is this a good deal?

kingby · 15th December 2009, 06:34 PM

Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I am pretty much a newb and have been reading and learning from this site intently for weeks. I am looking to build my first tube amp, but wanted to understand the theories of tube amplification and the required construction skills before I undertake any specific project (actually I am planning a Simple SE build).

One of the first skills I wanted to learn was soldering (beside understanding the theory). I have been using my crappy old radio shack soldering iron and have quickly learned its limitations (i don't think it will properly heat to the required temperature). I have located a used Hakko 936 soldering station (used 1 time) with three tips (1 used, 2 brand new) for sale locally. The seller would like $60CAD.

Just was wondering what everyone's thoughts were on this deal? Any input would be appreciated. I am really enjoying the hobby of electronics and seems like something my daughter and I enjoy doing together. Picking up a decent soldering station at a good price seems like a logical step.

Glowbug · 15th December 2009, 08:09 PM

Seems like a decent price, maybe you can haggle down a bit. I bought one for around that earlier this year on Ebay, I'm pretty happy with it.

zener_diode · 7th January 2010, 11:24 PM

A good soldering iron is important. And the 936 is a good setup. I have 2 of them
and I'm completely happy with the performance and quality.

vtech9815 · 27th January 2010, 05:31 PM

I know a spot that sell the soldering tips and soldering station for a low price and it comes with one year warranty. Please mention free shipping.

Here is the link SMT max

Similar to the Hakko 936.

15th December 2009, 06:34 PM	#1
kingby diyAudio Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Calgary	Hakko 936 - is this a good deal? Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I am pretty much a newb and have been reading and learning from this site intently for weeks. I am looking to build my first tube amp, but wanted to understand the theories of tube amplification and the required construction skills before I undertake any specific project (actually I am planning a Simple SE build). One of the first skills I wanted to learn was soldering (beside understanding the theory). I have been using my crappy old radio shack soldering iron and have quickly learned its limitations (i don't think it will properly heat to the required temperature). I have located a used Hakko 936 soldering station (used 1 time) with three tips (1 used, 2 brand new) for sale locally. The seller would like $60CAD. Just was wondering what everyone's thoughts were on this deal? Any input would be appreciated. I am really enjoying the hobby of electronics and seems like something my daughter and I enjoy doing together. Picking up a decent soldering station at a good price seems like a logical step.

15th December 2009, 08:09 PM	#2
Glowbug diyAudio Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hillsborough, NC/McLean, VA	Seems like a decent price, maybe you can haggle down a bit. I bought one for around that earlier this year on Ebay, I'm pretty happy with it. __________________ Jim J.

7th January 2010, 11:24 PM	#3
zener_diode diyAudio Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Michigan	A good soldering iron is important. And the 936 is a good setup. I have 2 of them and I'm completely happy with the performance and quality. __________________ 1N4733

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27th January 2010, 05:31 PM	#4
vtech9815 diyAudio Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Long Beach	I know a spot that sell the soldering tips and soldering station for a low price and it comes with one year warranty. Please mention free shipping. Here is the link SMT max Similar to the Hakko 936.

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