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Professional Solder Station 48W LCD Display Iron Soldering Kit Set Variable Adjustable Temperature

3.9 out of 5 stars 47 ratings
£79.99
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Purchase options and add-ons

Brand Maplin
Voltage 24 Volts
Wattage 48 watts
Display type LCD
Included components Soldering Iron, Sponge

About this item

  • Professional soldering station with 2-line LCD screen
  • Temperature indication on the display (set and real)
  • Heating power: 48W
  • Temperature range: 150 - 450 C
  • Iron voltage: 24V
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Product details

  • Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 22 x 22 x 10.2 cm; 1.9 kg
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ 16 July 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Maplin
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B003DH5N2M
  • Manufacturer reference ‏ : ‎ N34FB
  • Customer reviews:
    3.9 out of 5 stars 47 ratings

What's in the box?

  • Sponge
  • Soldering Iron

    • Product description

    Product details

    48W Mains Solder Station

    48W mains powered solder station that allows you to start soldering by simply plugging the iron in
    Heats up in 5 minutes to give you a stable and constant temperature so you can complete all your soldering tasks
    Temperature ranges from 150°C to 450°C, depend on wattage, allowing you to store heat in the tip to aid the melting process
    No restrictions on how long you can use this soldering iron as it is mains powered

    Special Features
    LCD display to allow you to set and monitor the temperature of your soldering iron

    What is this solder station used for?
    This soldering iron is part of an LCD solder station. The iron is temperature controlled and can be set through the station which shows the set temperature and actual temperature. The station includes an iron stand and sponge

    What difference does the wattage make?
    The wattage of a soldering iron is one of the most important factors when deciding which one to buy. Higher wattage will deliver more power to the iron’s tip, allowing it to heat up quicker. As this is a 48W mains soldering iron, it heats up the tip within five minutes to a selected temperature, allowing you to start soldering without having to refill butane tanks or replace batteries.

    Do I need anything else for this soldering iron?
    This soldering iron is fully assembled. To get started, all you need to do is get some

    solder. Simply unpack this soldering iron and connect it to a mains socket. After five minutes, it should have warmed up to temperature and be ready for use.

    For a replacement element and tips take a look at the following Order Codes:

    N72CW and

    N78GZ

    Customer reviews

    3.9 out of 5 stars
    47 global ratings

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    Customers find the soldering station functional and providing good value for money. They appreciate its quick heat-up time and accurate temperature control. Many consider it a great budget product for model railroaders. While some customers are satisfied with the iron quality, others have differing opinions on the build quality and tip quality.

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    14 customers mention ‘Functionality’11 positive3 negative

    Customers are pleased with the product's functionality. They say it works well, is a good tool, and the controls and iron work as expected.

    "...Having said that the actual screen, controls and iron work like a charm and have made lots of very tricky soldering jobs much more manageable...." Read more

    "...recommend been using this station to solder micro electronics and works just fine." Read more

    "Really good... But get yourself some silver solder...." Read more

    "...Yesterday, 23rd July 2016, the unit stopped working...." Read more

    13 customers mention ‘Heat control’10 positive3 negative

    Customers appreciate the soldering station's heat control. They say it heats up quickly and maintains the correct temperature. The fit in the stand is good, and the fire-up times are quick.

    "...myself by getting this pro-looking soldering iron - the temp control was an important factor as I am working close to delicate objects and the..." Read more

    "A nice, easy to use, middle-of-the-road workstation with very quick fire-up times...." Read more

    "...Heats up nice and fast keeps the correct temperature! Highly recommend been using this station to solder micro electronics and works just fine." Read more

    "...it was just fine at a temperature of 270dg I am quite satisfied with this purchase, I have purchased electronic parts and spares..." Read more

    10 customers mention ‘Value for money’10 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the value for money of this soldering station. They say it's a good budget product and a great buy for model railroaders.

    "For the price this soldering station is really good! Heats up nice and fast keeps the correct temperature!..." Read more

    "Excellent product. Box for the iron not quite big enough, even putting it in diagonally the tip pierces the cardboard, so not so easy to store it...." Read more

    "Excellent value, however it only comes with one medium tip...." Read more

    "...No problem at all, good quality item at a fair price." Read more

    7 customers mention ‘Iron quality’7 positive0 negative

    Customers like the soldering iron. They mention it's great, with a nice soft lead and good temperature control. The iron stands well, is easy to use, and doesn't disappoint.

    "spolit myself by getting this pro-looking soldering iron - the temp control was an important factor as I am working close to delicate objects and..." Read more

    "A nice, easy to use, middle-of-the-road workstation with very quick fire-up times...." Read more

    "...But that doesn't matter much as the iron itself is great Very quick delivery" Read more

    "...Heats up really quick, stands good, lead on the iron is nice & soft. power cord with plug is really short fast delivery." Read more

    3 customers mention ‘Ease of use’3 positive0 negative

    Customers find the soldering station easy to use and quick. It makes their jobs easier.

    "...like a charm and have made lots of very tricky soldering jobs much more manageable...." Read more

    "A nice, easy to use, middle-of-the-road workstation with very quick fire-up times...." Read more

    "First station I've ever purchased, really happy makes doing the job so much easier...." Read more

    9 customers mention ‘Build quality’6 positive3 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality. Some find it well-made with a sturdy hold and soft lead. It heats up quickly and stands well, holding up to corrosion. Others mention issues like cheap plastic construction, flimsy LCD screen, and broken down within a few months.

    "...The additon of a sturdy hold and a secent sponge really completes this soldering iron...." Read more

    "...Only gripe is the LCD screen is rather flimsy careful not to touch it with hot iron by accident." Read more

    "...sized tips as spares for different jobs and they seem to be holding up to corrosion well so haven't needed to change them yet...." Read more

    "This is a very nice soldering iron, and is the one I mainly use. It heats up very quickly, and the temperature control/readout is great...." Read more

    8 customers mention ‘Tip quality’4 positive4 negative

    Customers have different views on the tip quality. Some find it versatile and well-made, with a choice of tips. Others mention that the provided tip is too small or dies after a few joints.

    "...bit which is only suitable for fine work, otherwise it is a neat self-contained unit...." Read more

    "...varies by +/- 5 degrees from where it's set, and the supplied tip is a very fine point - arguably too small for soldering wires/through-hole..." Read more

    "...Its a very versatile piece of kit, typically German. Not sure where to get new tips from though, I'll have to ask Maplins." Read more

    "Fast delivery , good little tool. Only comes with micro tip...." Read more

    Top reviews from United Kingdom

    • Alze
      5.0 out of 5 stars a good balance of cost/quality.
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 January 2017
      Verified Purchase
      spolit myself by getting this pro-looking soldering iron - the temp control was an important factor as I am working close to delicate objects and the solder i use has a low melt point. This iron didnt dissapoint, I was able to do the soldering and no damage to the delicate items. The additon of a sturdy hold and a secent sponge really completes this soldering iron. I imagine there are more expensive/professional irons out there, but this one really met the balance of cost/quality for me.
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    • Steve M
      4.0 out of 5 stars Great budget solder station.
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 March 2017
      Verified Purchase
      Wasn't expecting much of this product, to be honest, but I'm really pretty pleased with it. The housing is grey and no frills... even the moulding looks a little rough and cheap - especially as it's grey and the soldering iron housing is obviously a different heat resistant material so a different colour - but who cares as long as it does the job. Having said that the actual screen, controls and iron work like a charm and have made lots of very tricky soldering jobs much more manageable. I bought a couple of different sized tips as spares for different jobs and they seem to be holding up to corrosion well so haven't needed to change them yet. The solder holder can be separated from the power module as you'd expect and has a convenient little tray and sponge for tip cleaning. Has a good controllable temperature range and heats up really very quickly... just wish it was a bit more visible that it's on other than the LCD screen as it's easy to forget and leave on.
      My only 2 comments on the down-side are very minor. One is the yellow soft grip on the iron (which is very nice and comfortable) tends to ride up the handle but a dab of adhesive would probably sort that. The other thing is that the power cord isn't very long so you find positioning on the bench a bit of a pain (unless you have bench sockets) and the footprint of the whole station with wires is actually pretty big.
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    • JRD racing drones
      1.0 out of 5 stars Bought in May 2016, Personal hobby usage, Broke down in July 2016, You decide ...
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 July 2016
      Verified Purchase
      I got this unit on 26th May 2016 for my hobby in building my racing quadcopter drones. Yesterday, 23rd July 2016, the unit stopped working. Attach is a photo of the screen which shows a reading that doesnt change as the solder iron doesnt heat up even after 30 minutes left switched on!

      Contacted seller, who immediately arranged for return of faulty item and I got a replacement within 3 days with return postage refunded in full as well.

      Therefore doubtful about item's reliability but top marks for seller's customer service!
      4 people found this helpful
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    • Anthony Pearce
      2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 October 2017
      Verified Purchase
      Tip oxidises quickly. Cheap and nasty.
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    • Dave
      3.0 out of 5 stars Given that this is the only real indication that the unit is on or off - it can mean that its easy to leave the soldering iron o
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 August 2016
      Verified Purchase
      The only real issue I have with this product is the fact that the display is not that distinct. As you can see from the image, the LED display is on a darkish background with black numbers. Given that this is the only real indication that the unit is on or off - it can mean that its easy to leave the soldering iron on without realising it. There is no auto-shut-off feature and I have - without realising it - left it on over night on more than one occasion.
      I think the display is poorly designed, I think it would be preferable to have a more distinct contrast with regards the display.
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    • R Barlow
      5.0 out of 5 stars Just the job
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 May 2014
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      A nice, easy to use, middle-of-the-road workstation with very quick fire-up times. I don't know how it would fare in a professional environment, but for a busy amateur like me, it's just the job. The free delivery was amazingly fast - bought with one click on Sunday, despatched the following day (a Bank Holiday!), received by courier next morning and doing service on the bench by teatime.
      7 people found this helpful
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    • Russ
      4.0 out of 5 stars Good but not perfect
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 October 2015
      Verified Purchase
      This is a very nice soldering iron, and is the one I mainly use. It heats up very quickly, and the temperature control/readout is great. It does the job.

      There are some flaws, though, which is why I'm not giving it five stars: the iron holder is quite obviously separate - the plastic is a different colour - and the 'spring' comes loose, the temperature varies by +/- 5 degrees from where it's set, and the supplied tip is a very fine point - arguably too small for soldering wires/through-hole components.

      For the price, those flaws are definitely forgivable, especially for a hobbyist. A pack of 3 (varying size) replacement tips is £6.99 from Maplin, and the temperature control is close enough (and any readout at all makes it far superior to old-style irons).
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    • Amazon Customer
      5.0 out of 5 stars For the price this soldering station is really good! Heats up nice and fast keeps the correct ...
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 November 2016
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      For the price this soldering station is really good! Heats up nice and fast keeps the correct temperature! Highly recommend been using this station to solder micro electronics and works just fine.
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