Digital Soldering Station with Chisel Tip Pack T18-D08/D12/D24/D32/S3

No experience soldering prior to buying the Hakko (just watch the electronic Aussy guy on Youtube demonstrate it). My first ever soldering (a PL-259 connector onto RG-58 coax) task was challenging and successful, if not beautifully perfect. I definitely made the right choice with Hakko.

This product is as advertised.

Nice unit

This is considerably better than the Weller that I have used for years. You DO need to read the set up instructions as selecting the temperature is not that intuitive. The build quality is much better than I expected. The solder pen holder is all metal and plastic components are well formed and fit well. I have only used once to re-solder some board pins to an ethernet connector (fairly fine work) successfully. I like the fact you can control the temperature to fit the project your working on.

I love this soldering iron.

This soldering station is simple and does everything I want it to do.

Quick delivery, Nice and compact, no complaints

Top of the line soldering station.

lasted 8month, changed new tip new solder cord, still do not work, Ill try to contact them to see if it is under warranty, bought an Weller instead

I had an old radio shack soldering iron. The tip had been badly abused. Picking up a hobby that requires soldering some small circuits, I decided a new modern iron was in order (especially since there is no Radio Shack to run down to to get new tips, etc). Hakko came highly recommended. After a few uses, I can see why. I love the programmable base and the ability to change temperature to use for different types of projects. A master can do great work with even poor tools. For amateurs, good tools compensate a little for lack of skill. This is a great tool.