Originally Posted by
c.rod
Which pace model would u recommend?
Something like the pace wjs 100? ( the site won't let me link yet)
I understand this one is probably a lot better than the hakko fx-888 I referenced. I'm just wondering if it's necessary for a casual solderer like myself?
Probably once a month or so?
I just don't want I waste the money on the hakko if it's not going to work right when I want to use it.....
That is a $400 iron... way more than you need to spend!
If you want a Pace
the ST-25 is good enough, and the PS-90 iron is better for R/C. The TD-100 iron is a design that uses a combined heating element and tip in one. Those will cost a lot more to replace.
The Hakko is all you really need. If you can find the Trakpower it is cheaper and has 2 tips in the box.