What do you guys recommend for a cordless soldering iron? - Page 1
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author: alank2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2025, 01:51:02 pm
content: What do you guys recommend for a cordless soldering iron?

author: u666sa
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2025, 03:51:35 pm
content: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805511909465.htmlQianLiProfessional grade stuff. NorthridgeFix uses it, and he even sells it. Be careful though, tips are really tiny. 115 size. If you want larger tips, get something else.

author: oPossum
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2025, 09:17:51 pm
content: https://pine64.com/product-category/pinecil/

author: Benta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2025, 09:35:08 pm
content: Portasol Pro Piezo 75.

author: brucehoult
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2025, 09:42:50 pm
content: Everyone with them seems to love Pinecil.

author: thm_w
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2025, 10:43:24 pm
content: All of these have cords though, I just assume you mean no wall power requirement.

author: Benta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 12:42:39 am
content: Quote from: brucehoult on March 25, 2025, 09:42:50 pmYeah. It's got a display and buttons and a MCU and...Nerds love it.But for practical use, nothing beats propane. Up to an hour runtime and simple refilling with lighter gas in seconds. No USB charger or something like that needed.True portability.

author: u666sa
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 12:59:58 am
content: Quote from: Benta on March 26, 2025, 12:42:39 am

author: brucehoult
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 02:19:27 am
content: Quote from: Benta on March 26, 2025, 12:42:39 amImportant for some, I guess. OP didn't say, but this is the Beginners board.I don't do an hour of soldering in a year. On the average day I need it it's probably for ten seconds.

author: Muttley Snickers
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 02:19:55 am
content: I've been using the Weller Pyropens for many years and if expense is no concern then these are still my first choice for field work. I have found them extremely effective in tinning larger gauge wires and where larger solder pads or connectors require additional heat, they are also brilliant for working with heatshrink.They are however prone to a few inherent problems such as ignition failure and if left unused for long periods they can gum up which blocks the butane flow altogether, both of these issues can be easily addressed in the field with a gas lighter in no time and little risk. The diameter at the base of these pens also fits nicely in a spool of solder which can act as a stand.

author: themadhippy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 02:37:07 am
content: The lidls gas irons pretty decent for the price,plus they triple up as a blow torch and hot air gun

author: ahsrabrifat
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 07:37:18 am
content: Yes. It is comfortable to use. Try to purchase from a dependable seller.

author: Benta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2025, 10:42:19 am
content: I started out with the Pyropen, but was very disappointed. Bad temperature regulation and wonky ignition.The Portasol just works.