I’ve read all the GLOWING (pun) reviews. At work I’ve used the Hakko 888 (approx $90 U.S.), but wanted to get into the newer tech tips. Hakko’s next model up with new style tips and sleep stand is approx. $250 U.S. And since is for my own home use, I can’t justify that cost right now, for infrequent use.
New TS100 for about $65 on (Amazon), I can try these new style tips, and the TS100 also has sleep mode. So it looks like a logical purchase for me at this time. I do have a question though.
All the units, including the one on the main manufacturers site, include and or sell the AC power supply brick, RATED at 19 volts. The spec sheet, shows that the iron can deliver 40 WATTS, at 19 volts, but at 24 volts, you get the MAX power output of 65 watts. Wondering WHY, would, even the original maker only include a LESS powerful power supply. I would assume everyone would want the ability to use the maximum power this iron can supposedly handle, especially one this small. Just wondering if perhaps the sellers themselves are a bit concerned about either safety or product longevity, since they don’t include a 24 volt power supply? Just seems odd, if not a bit suspicious?
Also odd that for $57 U.S., listed on Bangood, with no power supply, I can get one for $65 (Amazon) WITH power supply (only 19v), and get it much sooner, but unfortunately it comes with the standard 19 volt power supply. I may go that route and then get a cheap 24 volt power supply anyway (approx $15) to get the full 65 watt output. Even with the small extra cost of a real 24v supply, I’m still way under the cost of the newer style Hakko. Does this sound logical and reasonable? As always appreciate the excellent feedback. THANKS!