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Jan 28, 2024 10:55 PM

Weller 30W/120V Soldering Iron w/ LED Halo Ring

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Amazon has Weller 30-Watt/120V Soldering Iron w/ LED Halo Ring (WLIR3012A) on sale for $10.63. Shipping is free with Prime or orders $35+.

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About this Item:
  • High Visibility LED Halo Ring: 360 degree illumination provides focused, bright light ensuring high-quality solder joints
  • Optimal Precision and Control: Ergonomic molded pencil grip provides you with comfort, precision and control
  • Quick Tip Change: Easily replace worn tips or change tip applications
  • Versatile: Full range of tip designs – conical, chisel or screwdriver – perfect for intricate soldering applications
  • Integrated Safety Rest : On-board safety rest holds iron when not in use, reducing the risk of injury or damage to your workspace

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  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this Weller 30-Watt/120V Soldering Iron w/ LED Halo Ring (WLIR3012A) is $6.08 lower (36.4% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $16.71 at the time of this post.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Product:
    • This has a 4.4 out of 5 star overall rating on Amazon based on over 200 reviews.
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Amazon has Weller 30-Watt/120V Soldering Iron w/ LED Halo Ring (WLIR3012A) on sale for $10.63. Shipping is free with Prime or orders $35+.

Thanks to Community Member tunabreath for finding this deal.

About this Item:
  • High Visibility LED Halo Ring: 360 degree illumination provides focused, bright light ensuring high-quality solder joints
  • Optimal Precision and Control: Ergonomic molded pencil grip provides you with comfort, precision and control
  • Quick Tip Change: Easily replace worn tips or change tip applications
  • Versatile: Full range of tip designs – conical, chisel or screwdriver – perfect for intricate soldering applications
  • Integrated Safety Rest : On-board safety rest holds iron when not in use, reducing the risk of injury or damage to your workspace

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this Weller 30-Watt/120V Soldering Iron w/ LED Halo Ring (WLIR3012A) is $6.08 lower (36.4% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $16.71 at the time of this post.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • About this Product:
    • This has a 4.4 out of 5 star overall rating on Amazon based on over 200 reviews.
  • About this Store:

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parsimony
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The kit is $5.00 more but you get 2 more tips +

https://www.amazon.com/Weller-120...ast_sto_dp

Includes: 30W Soldering Iron, Conical Tip 0.8mm (WLTC08IR30), Chisel Tip 4.0 mm (WLTCH4IR30), Screwdriver Tip 4.0 mm (WLTS4IR30), Iron Stand, Solder Aid, Lead-Free Rosin Solder
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MoeMoo
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Nothing special, doesn't adjust temperatures, doesn't come with a case and much extras.
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tigra-co
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Non-regulated irons are only usable for hack jobs, they run super hot and impossible to keep tinned. The best ones are with the temperature sensor in the tip. They start from around $50 non-fancy branded. For casuals there are just regulated irons without sensor sub $10 non-fancy branded.

PS: the grip in picture #5... good god! At least not grabbing the metal like in some soldering stock photos.
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Jan 29, 2024 2:47 AM
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salmanslimJan 29, 2024 2:47 AM
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Thanks and repped. Good deal
Jan 29, 2024 8:54 AM
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parsimonyJan 29, 2024 8:54 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

The kit is $5.00 more but you get 2 more tips +

https://www.amazon.com/Weller-120...ast_sto_dp

Includes: 30W Soldering Iron, Conical Tip 0.8mm (WLTC08IR30), Chisel Tip 4.0 mm (WLTCH4IR30), Screwdriver Tip 4.0 mm (WLTS4IR30), Iron Stand, Solder Aid, Lead-Free Rosin Solder
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Jan 29, 2024 8:12 PM
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BlownCamaroJan 29, 2024 8:12 PM
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Quote from parsimony View quoted comment :
The kit is $5.00 more but you get 2 more tips +

https://www.amazon.com/Weller-120...ast_sto_dp [amazon.com]

Includes: 30W Soldering Iron, Conical Tip 0.8mm (WLTC08IR30), Chisel Tip 4.0 mm (WLTCH4IR30), Screwdriver Tip 4.0 mm (WLTS4IR30), Iron Stand, Solder Aid, Lead-Free Rosin Solder
That's the one I need! Thank you I ordered it..
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Jan 29, 2024 9:12 PM
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MoeMooJan 29, 2024 9:12 PM
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Nothing special, doesn't adjust temperatures, doesn't come with a case and much extras.
Jan 30, 2024 12:06 AM
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Jan 30, 2024 12:40 AM
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sjohnson7591Jan 30, 2024 12:40 AM
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Not ESD protected
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Jan 30, 2024 1:25 AM
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tigra-coJan 30, 2024 1:25 AM
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Non-regulated irons are only usable for hack jobs, they run super hot and impossible to keep tinned. The best ones are with the temperature sensor in the tip. They start from around $50 non-fancy branded. For casuals there are just regulated irons without sensor sub $10 non-fancy branded.

PS: the grip in picture #5... good god! At least not grabbing the metal like in some soldering stock photos.

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Jan 30, 2024 4:10 AM
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Quote from MoeMoo View quoted comment :
Nothing special, doesn't adjust temperatures, doesn't come with a case and much extras.
After buying something with adjustable temp, there's no going back.
Jan 30, 2024 11:58 AM
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jimjiJan 30, 2024 11:58 AM
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Quote from 1-6 View quoted comment :
After buying something with adjustable temp, there's no going back.
100% agree, I recently just picked one up and it was a night and day difference. I would seriously recommend anyone shopping for a new iron to up the budget a little and get a better iron. Even for infrequent use, its so much better
Jan 30, 2024 12:11 PM
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Anderhole5Jan 30, 2024 12:11 PM
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Quote from tigra-co View quoted comment :
Non-regulated irons are only usable for hack jobs, they run super hot and impossible to keep tinned. The best ones are with the temperature sensor in the tip. They start from around $50 non-fancy branded. For casuals there are just regulated irons without sensor sub $10 non-fancy branded.

PS: the grip in picture #5... good god! At least not grabbing the metal like in some soldering stock photos.
I have this one and the tip immediately exploded. It looked a little deformed like there was a bubble in it. After that, it was impossible to solder with. Obviously you can get replacement tips, but I doubt it's ever going to work great.
Jan 30, 2024 1:14 PM
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shnerunrJan 30, 2024 1:14 PM
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Quote from tigra-co View quoted comment :
Non-regulated irons are only usable for hack jobs, they run super hot and impossible to keep tinned. The best ones are with the temperature sensor in the tip. They start from around $50 non-fancy branded. For casuals there are just regulated irons without sensor sub $10 non-fancy branded.

PS: the grip in picture #5... good god! At least not grabbing the metal like in some soldering stock photos.
Thats what ive been looking for. Is there a chance you can provide a suggestion? Brand/model to start from or compare to?
Jan 30, 2024 1:27 PM
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superspenderJan 30, 2024 1:27 PM
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Quote from tigra-co View quoted comment :
Non-regulated irons are only usable for hack jobs, they run super hot and impossible to keep tinned. The best ones are with the temperature sensor in the tip. They start from around $50 non-fancy branded. For casuals there are just regulated irons without sensor sub $10 non-fancy branded.

PS: the grip in picture #5... good god! At least not grabbing the metal like in some soldering stock photos.
What do you recommend?
Jan 30, 2024 2:22 PM
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palasxJan 30, 2024 2:22 PM
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Quote from shnerunr View quoted comment :
Thats what ive been looking for. Is there a chance you can provide a suggestion? Brand/model to start from or compare to?
would LOVE a suggestion for a temp controlled iron anywhere neat $10, un-fancy braded is fine by me. i fall exactly into "casual" category. most of the time i just need to solder up 4 serial wires to a thing, do some stuff, and then desolder it. any direction/link/brand/seller would be very helpful thank you!!!
Jan 30, 2024 2:57 PM
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VladStarJan 30, 2024 2:57 PM
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Quote from 1-6 View quoted comment :
After buying something with adjustable temp, there's no going back.
+1. Recent FP for the one with the adjustable temp (the price slightly went up since then, but still shows the 20% off coupon for me): https://slickdeals.net/f/17250157-select-accounts-weller-5-to-30-variable-wattage-precision-grip-soldering-iron-station-22-45

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Jan 30, 2024 2:59 PM
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hy_tekJan 30, 2024 2:59 PM
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30w is pretty high for fine electronics work.

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