Users' questions

What is T12 tip?

What is T12 tip?

T12 soldering tip is developped by Japan HAKKO corporation, used with FX-951 soldering station. The T12 soldering tip’s characteristics are: Preposed sensor, so that the tip is sensitive to the temperature; The heater is in put inside the tip, the heatloss is very slight.

What is the difference between Hakko T12 and T15?

As we all know the market is flooded with counterfeit or replacements for hakko products. As you might notice it says T15 on the packaging but don’t worry there is no difference between T12 and T15 tips, except they use a different part number depending of the markets.

Are T12 and T15 tips interchangeable?

T15 tips seem to just be T12 tips but for the North American market. Other markets have T12 tips. The output voltage is the same, and there is a large amount of anecdotal evidence that seems to suggest there is no meaningful difference between them and you can use either T15 or T12 tips with the correct iron.

What are solder iron tips made of?

A tip typically consists of a solid copper core, a plated layer of iron, a plated layer of nickel behind the working surface, and a plated chrome layer. Copper is used for the core primarily to ensure good heat transfer.

Who makes the TS100 soldering iron?

‎UY CHAN
Technical Details

Manufacturer ‎UY CHAN
Color ‎TS100 With B2 Tip
Style ‎B2 Kit
Material ‎Stainless Steel
Power Source

Are soldering iron tips interchangeable?

Each soldering iron has its own style of tip, but some styles are interchangeable. You can search for tips which interchange with your iron, or you can just try it. It should be pretty obvious whether the Hakko tip will fit your iron.

Are all soldering tips the same?

Unless designed by the same manufacturer, soldering iron tips aren’t typically interchangeable. However the procedure of removing and swapping the iron’s tip is generally the same. Let’s take a look at replacing your soldering iron tip in greater detail.

Do solder tips wear out?

Soldering tips wear out over time and eventually need replacing, but taking steps to care for your tips can extend their life, save you money and improve the results of your soldering work. Follow these tips to reap the benefits of proper soldering iron tip care.