Weller P2KC Professional Self-igniting Cordless Butane Soldering Iron Kit
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Product Details
Manufacturer: Cooper Hand ToolsModel: P2KC
Product features:
- Tips and accessories screw on easily
- Includes complete kit
- Soldering tips are iron plated for long life
- Gas capacity allows up to 1 hour of continuous use
- Automatic cut-off switch when cap is inserted
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- .094" DOUBLE FLAT TIP FOR P2C SOLDERING IRON
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Weller P2KC Professional Self-igniting Cordless Butane Soldering Iron Kit
Customer Review: ample heat for soldering, no static electricity, shrinks heat-shrink tubing too
Summary: 5 Stars
I use both corded and cordless soldering irons to build electronic circuits (I'm an amateur radio operator) and to fix things around the house. For the longest time the Portasol butane cordless (non-electric) soldering iron was my first choice -- in fact it still is, depending on the application, such as shrinking heat-shrink tubing, or soldering components that dislike static electricity. (For info on the Portasol unit that I use, [...]- Weller sells a sister product under its own brand.)
Recently I've been using the Hakko FX-901, a cordless soldering iron that uses 4 AA batteries. (See my review under that product.) I use the Hakko FX-901 more often than the Portasol, especially if I'm only soldering. However, if I need to apply heat to larger components (such as antenna connectors) and/or will apply heat to heat-shrink tubing, the Portasol is my pick.
The advantages of cordless soldering irons are: (a) you can take them anywhere -- up the ladder, under the car, in the yard, and (b) the cord doesn't get in the way -- when I'm working at a table, I don't bump into the cord, nor does the cord trip up parts and tools. The butane-operated Portasol has the added benefits of (c) being almost free of static electricity, and (d) holding your desired temperature by dialing the fuel knob -- the battery-operated Hakko FX-901 needs several seconds to heat up.
Some of you might appreciate working off the grid -- if you're on a farm on in a park, say, you may not have a generator nearby. I've never been in that situation though.
As a soldering iron, it works great. It weighs much less than the Hakko FX-901 -- the latter's heft is due to the 4 AAs. I recommend getting an extra tip or two. Of course that's true of any soldering iron.
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Description of Weller P2KC Professional Self-igniting Cordless Butane Soldering Iron Kit
The new Portasol® cordless soldering tool from Weller® gives you the ultimate in portable power and convenience for all your soldering jobs. Slide the fuel button forward, press the piezo switch, and the tool's super-fast heat-up lets you melt solder in under a minute. The Portasol® cordless soldering tool is powerful too, adjusting from the equivalent of 25 to 75 watts for temperatures up to 850°F. Refueled with standard butane in just 20 seconds, the Portasol® P2C lasts for up to an hour of continuous use. Kit includes tool with five tips (PPT6 3/32" double flat soldering tip, PPT12 flame tip, PPT10 hot knife tip, PPT9 hot air tip, and PPT11 hot air deflector tip), sponge and tray, tool holder, storage case, and instructions. Mfg. #P2KC. Replacement tips available.Soldering Guns & Irons Tools
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