Soldering iron?

[GIR8]

Ok my old one has about had it there ain't much tip left and tbh it was cheap anyway.
So what is a decent iron for soldering mostly serve leads and 4mm plugs and where do I buy one that doesn't cost a fortune? Also a changeable tip would be handy as I sometimes need to solder small circuit boards.

[bigpops]

Buy one of the Hakko 936 clones off ebay (or Hobbyking, if they have UK stock). Cheap as chips. Great for light and medium duty (up to about 12awg cable), and takes genuine Hakko tips.

[GIR8]

Any links???No idea what I'm looking for

[kenny d]

I have bought some cheap ones of eBay , didn't end up cheap when they end up in the bin , I then bought one from maplins and haven't looked back
I'm sure the have a online service as well Soldering - Gadgets Toys and Hobbies | Maplin

I am am using this one , Maplin 100W Mains Soldering Iron | Maplin. ideal for larger wires/connectors.

[Rob Barnes]

I recently brought one of these so you can alter the temp too for doing smaller stuff etc , its superb for the money > it also has interchangeable tips which you can buy separately

48W Mains Solder Station | Maplin

[woodsta888]

I use one of these - just use the tip of the torch for heating up bullets and tinning ends - direct heat variable flame size. Has various tips. As it's gas can use at the field if required.


Rothenberger Butane Gas Micro Soldering Torch Kit | Blow Torches | Screwfix.com

[Planehazza]

Butane torch kit for EC5s, and Antex TCS 50W for everything else.

[Guest]

+1 on the Antex TCS50.......bought one a few months ago, solders anything including EC5's with ease, buy the wider tip for it (or a selection like I did)

https://www.rapidonline.com/antex-tc...ng-iron-555121