Anyone using the PROXXON(GERMANY) Soldering Iron?Feedback appreciated please? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / beginners

author: swissho
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 12:34:13 pm
content: :DHello Everyone,This post relates to thePROXXONSoldering Iron? I likePROXXON ToolsThe quality is superb! But when I first deicded to buy Modelling Tools DREMEL was the only real choice! must admit have being very dissapointed in the Quality ofDREMEL Accessories?Wish I could go over totally to PROXXON but i can not afford it.But all is not lost! I just DiscoveredPROXXONMake what sounds like a very nifty SOLDERING Iron? I had posted a thread earlier on Soldering Stations,so this is an extention of that:-http://www.tool-shop.co.uk/Proxxon/12+Volt+Tools/Proxxon/28140+Soldering+Iron+EL12/28140+Soldering+Iron+LG12.htmlJust wondered if fellow members had any feedback on this Ironmany thans Steve

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 01:06:40 pm
content: Looks like it's only 12 watts, which is not adequate

author: madires
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 01:16:42 pm
content: If you're looking for a simple inexpensive iron I'd recommend an ERSA Multitip 25.

author: swissho
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 02:36:19 pm
content: mikeselectricstuff & madiresMany thanks guys I appreciate your feedback1 :-[OOps i had not noticed the Iron was only 12 wattssorry about that,shows how lacking of knowledge I am.not to bothered about cheap iron as long as it`s quality item.On my soldering stations thread I was asking about the HAKKU station but this is$285and maybe even that is maybe over the top as I only intend Railway layout elctrical repairs and maybe? some rail joining,but thats it! I already own an ANTEX 25 watt but the concensus was go for at least something more powerful?so all suggestions welcomeregards Steve

author: madires
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 03:15:06 pm
content: In that case a station from XYTRONIC might be interesting for you (80W for €70 atwww.reichelt.de).

author: swissho
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 03:30:12 pm
content: Hi madiresMany thanks for you reply and the link to the Xytronic station,much appreciated.Must admit have never heard of them? must be a chinese item,Just how good are they?the reason I ask I have to import to Norway and that cost me 35% vat (including collection fee) as Norway not in EU, and I do not mind paying this,as long as my choice as to be the right one! proven track record is importantbest wishes Steve

author: madires
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 06:14:38 pm
content: Quote from: swissho on July 16, 2013, 03:30:12 pmThey aren't the best but ok for hobby use.

author: swissho
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 16, 2013, 06:34:11 pm
content: :)madires hello againReally appreciate you reply,I will wait a little and see if there are any more suggestions before finally choosing the Iron/Station?reagrds Steve

author: tld
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 17, 2013, 12:03:03 am
content: Elfa carries Xytronic in Norway, so you can buy locally if you'd like. Prices start at NOK 424,- (excluding taxes and shipping, but shipping isn't horrible, and they're usually available over the counter in Oslo).Clas Ohlsson also carries what I believe to be a Hakko-clone.(not affiliated with either store)tld

author: swissho
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 17, 2013, 12:15:53 am
content: Hello tldFirstly many thanks for your feedback and the links I had missed the Xytronics @ElfaI ahd seen the HAKKU clone but as it did not have digital readout,dismissed it.will give it some more time and see what happend then make the choiceregards Steve