Arts you still like it?
Any other desoldering tips, parts or supplies that do not come with it should go ahead and order / going to need / will come in handy?
Other thoughts?
Yep,still like it! Maybe the best two hundred buck ever spent.I use it a lot,often for extended periods of time,and it has been flawless.
They include everything you will need in the kit. For future replacement of consumables like filters and springs,use Hakko equivalent parts,as they are superior.
Tips:
Before first use,use a Q-Tip to apply the included silicon grease to the entire filter spring,ensuring good coverage.
Always moisten the filter pad before,and if necessary,during use.
Always give the unit at least ten minutes of warm-up time before use,otherwise you risk tip/tube blockage.
Keep the tip clean and tinned for best performance.Use the largest tip possible for the task.
Apply the tip squarely to the joint.When solder melts,pull the trigger and ''wiggle'' the tip in a circular motion.This will move the lead wire around inside the hole,ensuring all solder is removed.
After desoldering a connection,do not release the trigger immediately; let the pump run for a couple of extra seconds to ensure that the tip/tube is
completely clear of solder.
Cheers,
Art
Edit: I have the model with the metal handle.That got ''deleted'' real quick. Now my soldering station fits on top of the Aoyue