Hakko FX888D,T18-B,BL,I,D24,D32,C05,S7,599-029 Soldering Station with T18-B/BL/I/D24/D32/C05/S7/599-029

Work a lot better than my old variable temp pencil. Hope it lasts as long.

Finally a very precise engineered Soldering Iron for my workbench with many tips available for various applications.

Dont waste your time and money on a no-name mediocre brand. If you are serious about soldering, this is what you want.

Confirming that this is a genuine. This package also came with a lot of accessories: extra soldering tips and cleaning wire. Be sure to read the instructions so that you know how to set the temperature correctly. Once set, the station heats up in a reasonable time (less than 30 seconds). The station which contains both the cleaning wire, sponge, and soldering iron holder makes it convenient to do quick jobs.

After soldering for many years, I wanted to see the proper way to solder, so I googled it. I came across a youtube video that showed a professional soldering iron. It was an older version of the Hakko FX888D. I had one of those cheap standalone soldering iron that you just plug in the wall and it starts to get hot. I wanted to control the on/off, so I got the type that looks like a gun. This type is kind of bulky. The Hakko is awesome. Very high quality machine. Gets hot in seconds. Able turn on/off at the control box. Able to control temperature. The tip that comes with the soldering iron is perfect. Its not the usual large flat-head screwdriver tip. And its not the useless needle tip either. Its a small flat-head. It works perfectly for general soldering. The holder is very sturdy/stable, and I really like the temperature control box separate from the holder. The sponge with cleaner makes keeping the tip clean very easy. The only thing that would make it better would be a case and maybe a small fan to blow the flux smoke. Other than that, I couldnt be happier.

This is my 4th or 5th soldering gun solution and its by far the best. Its worked flawlessly. The temperature changes quickly and it handles small to large jobs with equal ease.

Works great, money well spent.

Absolutely Excellent soldering station. So glad I bought a decent one.

Best soldering iron Ive ever owned. Programming is not very intuitive. I was able to figure it out after spending some time with it. I understand why it is the way it is. It is made to be on a manufacturing line with all the necessary features, including user lockouts.

Item is of excellent quality! Immensely speedy dispatch. Good-looking packaging.