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John_BS · 4th Feb 2021, 1:02 pm

I've used the old Weller TCPS 50w 24V irons for many years.

I see there is currently Weller a soldering station with 80W adjustable temperature irons, but they are serious money. Are these worth the premium over the £100-ish look-alikes (presumably from China)? If the Weller is reliable and long-lived I might give it a try?
John

4th Feb 2021, 1:02 pm	#1
John_BS Octode Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Wincanton, Somerset, UK. Posts: 1,784	Weller PU81 / WS81 - opinions? I've used the old Weller TCPS 50w 24V irons for many years. I see there is currently Weller a soldering station with 80W adjustable temperature irons, but they are serious money. Are these worth the premium over the £100-ish look-alikes (presumably from China)? If the Weller is reliable and long-lived I might give it a try? John Attached Thumbnails