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Tired of being let down by your inexpensive soldering iron but don't want to spend a lot of money on a professional version? This variable temperature soldering station preforms much better than its price implies. It's absolutely the best iron we have found for less than $20! The iron includes a replaceable 1.5mm conical soldering tip (additional tip set available here,) and a comfortable rubber grip. The station features a stand with Bakelite ring, cleaning sponge, heat adjustment, and an indicator light that comes on when the iron is hot. It's perfect for beginner, intermediate, and even advanced solderers that need a backup. For this price, you can't go wrong!

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