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Pinecil Smart Mini Portable Soldering Iron Tool

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$36

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Pine64 Store is offering their Pinecil Smart Mini Portable Soldering Iron Tool on sale for $25.99. Standard shipping starts at ~$11.99 (may vary depending on location).

Thanks to community member Sparkiekun for finding this deal

Note: Stock may be limited while supplies last

About the Product
  • Dual power input design: 1) USB-C supports both PD and QC 3.0 and; 2) DC5525 barrel DC jack
  • Speedy Rapid Warmup: Reaches operating temperature in 6 seconds. Support for on-demand rapid boost feature
  • Adjustable soldering tip temperature which can be set between 100° C and 400° C using the adjustment buttons and an easy-to-read OLED display
  • Portable: it features a sleek and slim design, comprised of an SAE 304 stainless steel core housed inside a polycarbonate shell
  • Auto standby mode engages when it is not in use ensuring the user safety
Includes
  • Pinecil Soldering Iron Tool
  • B2 ST (Short Tip) Soldering Tip
Warranty
  • Product includes a 30-day device warranty w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by citan359 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Matches previous Frontpage Deal.
    • The Pinecil is a smart mini portable soldering iron w/ a 32-bit RISC-V SoC and has an operating temperature in just 6 seconds
    • Product is operated on Ralim's IronOS w/ Bouffalo BL-706 chipset w/ OLED white colour monochrome display + power from USB-C or barrel jack; FCC, CE RED, ROHS certified
    • Offer valid while promotional price/supplies last
  • Additional Notes:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Sparkiekun
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About the Poster
Pine64 Store is offering their Pinecil Smart Mini Portable Soldering Iron Tool on sale for $25.99. Standard shipping starts at ~$11.99 (may vary depending on location).

Thanks to community member Sparkiekun for finding this deal

Note: Stock may be limited while supplies last

About the Product
  • Dual power input design: 1) USB-C supports both PD and QC 3.0 and; 2) DC5525 barrel DC jack
  • Speedy Rapid Warmup: Reaches operating temperature in 6 seconds. Support for on-demand rapid boost feature
  • Adjustable soldering tip temperature which can be set between 100° C and 400° C using the adjustment buttons and an easy-to-read OLED display
  • Portable: it features a sleek and slim design, comprised of an SAE 304 stainless steel core housed inside a polycarbonate shell
  • Auto standby mode engages when it is not in use ensuring the user safety
Includes
  • Pinecil Soldering Iron Tool
  • B2 ST (Short Tip) Soldering Tip
Warranty
  • Product includes a 30-day device warranty w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by citan359 | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Matches previous Frontpage Deal.
    • The Pinecil is a smart mini portable soldering iron w/ a 32-bit RISC-V SoC and has an operating temperature in just 6 seconds
    • Product is operated on Ralim's IronOS w/ Bouffalo BL-706 chipset w/ OLED white colour monochrome display + power from USB-C or barrel jack; FCC, CE RED, ROHS certified
    • Offer valid while promotional price/supplies last
  • Additional Notes:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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EricE4951
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Thanks for sharing and including all the links to the extras! You can use this 'in the field' with a PPS battery bank; however, I use this at a desk with a dedicated power supply and the silicone cord. I did initially spring for their solder pen holder, but then commissioned this one and it makes life easier https://thangs.com/designer/ZackF...%21-534477
Mike C
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I bought a pinecil along with a bunch of extras a year and a half ago, I already had a hakko, but I wanted something more convenient/travelable for quick jobs (guitar work, various electronics tasks like repairs, replacing batteries, etc.), and it is awesome! I haven't pulled out the Hakko since i got it. I also have the power supply on my work desk which I use daily, love this thing too, best desktop USB charger I have ever had, and I have gone through a lot of them. The V/A display is sweet. Here is what I picked up, along with a small pelican case to store everything in along with solder, etc. Yes the holder sucks, but for $2... it works. I have larger soldering stations w/ helping hands, etc. when needed, linked the main 2 I use below that are decent for the money. Also included links to a couple of good solder... don't cheap out on solder as is makes a huge difference to the ease of the job. Bigger gauge for stuff like guitars, smaller for small electronics:

Pinecil order:

PINECIL – Smart Mini Portable Soldering Iron 1 $25.99
USB TYPE-C TO USB TYPE-C SILICONE POWER CHARGING CABLE - 1 meter length 1 $3.49
USB TYPE-C TO USB TYPE-C SILICONE POWER CHARGING CABLE - 1.5 meter length 1 $3.99
PINECIL Portable Mini Stand 1 $1.99
PINECIL Replacement Tip Contacts 1 $1.00
PINECIL Soldering Tip Set (Fine) 1 $24.99
PINECIL Soldering Tip Set (Gross) 1 $24.99
PinePower - 120W Desktop Power Supply - US version 1 $37.99
PINECIL Break Out Board 1 $3.99

Small diam solder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AYJ0B7Y/
Large diam solder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AVLM4SO/

Small station: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Y1JZHD4/
Big station: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081MZX8Q8/
Refusername
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It's $38 after shipping vs $40 with prime shipping on Amazon from the same seller, although I'm not 100% sure the Amazon listing is for the v2. https://www.amazon.com/PINECIL-Sm...B096X6SG13

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Quote from Refusername :
It's $38 after shipping vs $40 with prime shipping on Amazon from the same seller, although I'm not 100% sure the Amazon listing is for the v2. https://www.amazon.com/PINECIL-Sm...B096X6SG13 [amazon.com]
Would rather buy from site directly to support them.
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tracker2208
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Quote from scott.sd :
As a total noob, what all else is needed to actually solder electronics? Additional tips, flux, and flux sucker?
Solder and flux, sometimes solder comes with a flux core so it's like a 2 in 1. I was get that $2 stand they sell. If doing wire repair 'helping hands' are useful. For board repair in my experience for large amounts of flux removal I use a sucker, for smaller amounts I use desolder braid. That's pretty much it.
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Quote from tracker2208 :
Solder and flux, sometimes solder comes with a flux core so it's like a 2 in 1. I was get that $2 stand they sell. If doing wire repair 'helping hands' are useful. For board repair in my experience for large amounts of flux removal I use a sucker, for smaller amounts I use desolder braid. That's pretty much it.
Should I buy their USB C silicon charger cord or will any USB C silicon cord work? Any other things I should get from them or just Amazon for flux and tips? Short vs long tips?
Last edited by Scoreracing February 26, 2024 at 10:12 AM.
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Quote from my3cents :
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Long enough to make it to your door
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Quote from tracker2208 :
Solder and flux, sometimes solder comes with a flux core so it's like a 2 in 1. I was get that $2 stand they sell. If doing wire repair 'helping hands' are useful. For board repair in my experience for large amounts of flux removal I use a sucker, for smaller amounts I use desolder braid. That's pretty much it.
Lol, solder sounds pretty important, thanks
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fiveohfour
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How's it compare to the TS100 and TS80P ? (I've seen mention of a TS101 but I assume it's just Yet Another TS100 clone with a slightly varied name going ppl assume it's better because of the bigger number).

Which is also ironic because in many ways the TS80 has been superior to the TS100 from its launch forward

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Anybody selling these?
I'm happy to print something off for you, just DM me if you weren't able to find something
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Mike C

I bought a pinecil along with a bunch of extras a year and a half ago, I already had a hakko, but I wanted something more convenient/travelable for quick jobs (guitar work, various electronics tasks like repairs, replacing batteries, etc.), and it is awesome! I haven't pulled out the Hakko since i got it. I also have the power supply on my work desk which I use daily, love this thing too, best desktop USB charger I have ever had, and I have gone through a lot of them. The V/A display is sweet. Here is what I picked up, along with a small pelican case to store everything in along with solder, etc. Yes the holder sucks, but for $2... it works. I have larger soldering stations w/ helping hands, etc. when needed, linked the main 2 I use below that are decent for the money. Also included links to a couple of good solder... don't cheap out on solder as is makes a huge difference to the ease of the job. Bigger gauge for stuff like guitars, smaller for small electronics:

Pinecil order:

PINECIL – Smart Mini Portable Soldering Iron 1 $25.99
USB TYPE-C TO USB TYPE-C SILICONE POWER CHARGING CABLE - 1 meter length 1 $3.49
USB TYPE-C TO USB TYPE-C SILICONE POWER CHARGING CABLE - 1.5 meter length 1 $3.99
PINECIL Portable Mini Stand 1 $1.99
PINECIL Replacement Tip Contacts 1 $1.00
PINECIL Soldering Tip Set (Fine) 1 $24.99
PINECIL Soldering Tip Set (Gross) 1 $24.99
PinePower - 120W Desktop Power Supply - US version 1 $37.99
PINECIL Break Out Board 1 $3.99

Small diam solder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AYJ0B7Y/
Large diam solder: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AVLM4SO/

Small station: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Y1JZHD4/
Big station: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081MZX8Q8/
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big mike
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This thing is awesome, I've been stocking up on tips from AliExpress Choice sales lately. Need to get a power bank and USB-C setup currently just use a laptop barrel or usb charger in the house for it.
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Perfect for rewiring my neighbor's car
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Seems like a good iron.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2sPDQeGlj8
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Quote from fiveohfour :
How's it compare to the TS100 and TS80P ? (I've seen mention of a TS101 but I assume it's just Yet Another TS100 clone with a slightly varied name going ppl assume it's better because of the bigger number).

Which is also ironic because in many ways the TS80 has been superior to the TS100 from its launch forward
I'm also curious. I have the TS100 which I use a USB C to DC5525 cord and run it off a power bank with PD in the field. Other than supporting it natively without the adapter cord, are there any major advantages?
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Brendan1901
Feb 26, 2024
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i have one of these and since buying it i have put my old solder station away. this is so simple. i can grab the USB C cable on my desk that i use for laptops or my phone and instantly have a soldering iron. buy it, you wont regret it.

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I typically use my TS100 with a power tool battery if I'm mobile, or plugged into a PD port if I'm stationary. It fits standard T12 tips: both the connection and the resistance are compatible. The only downside is that T12 tips are meant to fit inside the handle, so they end up sticking way out the TS100. The Pinecil is supposed to be compatible with TS100 tips. Apparently T12 tips go in too deep on the Pinecil and short out something important.
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