Review & Setup Tutorial for a New Weller WE1010 Digital Soldering Station With Pencil Soldering Iron

[@jeyakrishnansethu1848]

Well done Congratulations

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Thank You!!

[@jonhcarolina]

Thanks. Just got my 1010 and this is a good simple intro.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

You're welcome!

[@oldgoatroper7030]

The manual might be quite impressively thick, but it contains dozens upon dozens of languages with only about 4 pages devoted to each language.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

So true!!

[@Lee-Lumencraft-]

Thanks. Same situation here. Our WES51 was fantastic, but it finally died. I was wondering the new version would be comparable (wand size, durability). I see they switched to a creama-plastic nut around the neck which I hate to see. They never last as long as good old metal.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

I agree metal is much more durable, but the plastic ring is more convenient since you can use your hands to open it without any tools. So far mine is still holding, and I will report it on my channel if it breaks on me. Thanks

[@nickjaffe9199]

Just upgraded my Portasol Pro Piezo iron with one of these stations and I'm really impressed with how fast it heats to the desired temp. What is the Weller tip equivalent to a T12 tip? Thanks

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

I think the best match is the Weller "LT" series

[@ksmorgan4]

Thanks for the great video

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

You are very welcome, and thanks for your feedback.

[@Daeys2411]

I never sauterd in my life but I will learn it with this Weller; what do I need also ? thank you

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

You need Soldering Paste or Rosin, and Soldering wire. Make sure to get the one which is Lead-Free.

[@lunchmoneyog]

Maybe learn how to spell it first, then go from there.

[@TechSavyIT]

Why do you suggest lead free? What is the benefit?​@@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101

[@artotian]

for the standby time selector - that essentially powers down the unit when not in use after a set time (2 min) correct? but how would you power it back on?

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Pressing any button such as UP, Down, or Menu will power it back on.

[@julianossowski1435]

@@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101 I bought a WE1010 today. Yes it goes into standby mode after 2mins, but it does not automatically wake if you unholster the iron. The manual does not clearly state how to wake it, but reading your comment, I think that yes the ONLY way to wake it and bring it back to temperature is to press a button.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

@@julianossowski1435 That is correct, and they should fix that problem.

[@sthengr]

Thanks for the very informative setup and review, it was helpful. I just got my unit yesterday, havent powered it up yet. Now I feel ready. The included instruction manual was not very useful as you said in your review.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Glad I could help, and good luck with your new toy.

[@JM-ml3ch]

I would say they meant that you could change nozzle while its hot without tools.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

I agree that was the intention, but if you are running it at 700+ degrees even the black ceramic part gets very hot to the touch.

[@Compuscience-Python-Prog-Exps]

Hi, I'm learning electronics on my own. What temp should I use for soldering LEDs or whatever electronic printed boards I solder. Just wondering. I hope you can guide me. But no worries if you cannot get back to me. I just hope you can.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Hi, welcome to the world of electronics. So the temperature settings on your Soldering Iron depends on the melting point of the solder you are using. A 650°F setting will work for most of the applications, however on some older boards they use older solder which had a much higher melting point. So the safe zone is between 500°F to 750°F, any higher temperature may cause damage to the PCB or electronic components.

[@longdongsilver4719]

I used tap water during 24 years on the sponge of my Weller. Never had any oxydation. Still using the same tip. And as far as I remember my chemistry classes, CaCO3 is not an oxydant. The only problem with tap water is that white cristallisation you have after a few weeks under the sponge. So you have to clean the stand from time to time.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Well, it depends on where you live; our water is very heavy. It has chlorine, Calcium, and many other minerals that will create a thin film of plaque on the tip of the iron. This will create an insulation between the tip and the solder.

[@robertlinka2464]

Thanks for the video, but you did not show how the device goes into standby mode and how it wakes up from this state. This was completely missing from your video.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Good point, it automatically goes to sleep after 60min of inactivity, and as soon as you press the up or down button it wakes up.

[@DoTheDiy]

How is that fast, it is very slow. A split heater / tip is never fast not accurate. Check that strain relief on the connector do you see any flex in that how can u give 5 star 😅

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Yes, but the only fast Soldering Irons are the Transformer type which sends low voltage with high current to generate heat. All heating element soldering irons are slow, this is relatively faster than most other heating element soldering irons that I have used.

[@Geoduck.]

Well done video Khaled. What a great soldering station goes to show you get what you pay for. This is funny, I bought my Weller 70 WE1010NA for the same reason you did. My old Weller station finally failed after 20 years.

[@TECHNOLOGYTIPS101]

Thanks, and yes indeed these are truly long lasting work horses, the tips are widely available and very easy to replace. Great choice.