Solder station

[Uman]

I am in the market for a new solder iron. I noticed some solder stations are for ESD. Is ESD important for a solder station?
Please recommend a good solder station.

Thanks,
Jeff in Florida

 

[ante1]

Hi Jeff,

The ESD usually means that the device has grounded tip as a precautions against damaging static sensitive components. For this to work you must use a grounded outlet.
I don

 

[rf_tower_monkey]

esd safe isn't all that important for generic soldering but if you plan on reworking anything with ic's eeproms etc. ever it's not a bad idea infact I wouln't buy one thayt wasn't just because it doesn't cost anymore that non esd and why chance it or why have to buy anothein the future... I have the 921zx and wes51 and a portasol all are esd... infact I want to sell the 921zx like new condtion W/ 5 tips and a spare heating element 75$ if anyone here is interested...meetoo[at]fastermail[dot]com (tips are about $10 ea. and element is about $20...)

I also understand staic can collect near the tip because of the dry air present from the heat...

 

[MP1]

We have a
'buy and sell" area. Post your ad there. Let's not get in the habit of placing ads all over the forum. You can point everyone to the ad.

MP