Georgeconna Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 After melting my Adjustable Iron some weeks back I am in the market for a new one and came across this new Iron from Antex. It has a Digital Read out in the handle and easy Temp Adjust buttons. Handy for variable temps when using different melt solders for a reasonable price. http://www.rapidonline.com/tools-equipment/antex-t48jj70-tcs-digital-50w-temperature-controlled-iron-85-0555 This Antex TCS 50W Digital Temperature Controlled Soldering Iron is an updated version of the classic Antex TCS soldering iron. This enhanced model benefits from push button-operated temperature adjustment and a digital display of the temperature set. The new TCS 50W uses the same range of tips as the old model and is compatible with Antex iron stands. Digital temperature display Easy button-operated temperature adjustment Temperature range adjustable from 200 to 450°C Supplied with iron-plated, 2.3mm nickel-coated tip Tip life up to 30,000 operations Range of 9 alternative easy-change tips available Ergonomic handle 1.5mm burn-proof Silicone cable fitted as standard Supplied with fitted UK 13A mains plug Manufactured to DIN EN 60335-2-45 CE & EMC Low Voltage Directive conformity Antex type TCS 50W Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirley Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 Thanks George, that's good to know. I have a Weller and removing the tips is a nightmare so when a replacement is due I'll go for a Antex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinner75 Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 I went for a Hakko FX-888D soldering station - very good range of temps supported, along with a variety of tips. Price ain't bad either. You can also get them with an analogue dial for temp selection instead of the digital display if you prefer. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hakko-FX-888D-Electrical-Digital-LCD-Repair-Soldering-Station-Iron-OEM-Equipment-/141849297805?hash=item2106e0838d:g:D~wAAOSwxN5WaSeT Temperature range 120° - 899°F (50° - 480°C) Digital display shows °F or °C Maintains idle temperature within 1.8°F (1°C) when set to 400 - 899°F (200 - 480°C) Ceramic heating element and sensor ensures rapid heat-up temperature and fast thermal recovery Password protected temperature setting Pre-set mode allows you to store up to five (5) pre-set temperatures Slender, lightweight ergonomic iron handles Compact design takes up less bench space Wide selection of tips available for soldering SMD and through-hole applications Use with Hakko T18 series tips ESD Safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junctionmad Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 I have the Hakko 888, excellent iron, the heat recovery is very fast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 The Hakko is excellent as is the Antex, just be careful with the Hakko there is a lot of Chinese copies out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgeconna Posted February 25, 2016 Author Share Posted February 25, 2016 Good ol price on that Hakko and a good few bits come with it. I have used Antex and its pretty good product stuff really. Thing with the Antex digital is it does not come with the station, all contained in the handle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junctionmad Posted February 25, 2016 Share Posted February 25, 2016 The Hakko is excellent as is the Antex, just be careful with the Hakko there is a lot of Chinese copies out there. dealer is in galway , I beleive , thats were I got mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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