UNDER $150 Soldering Iron: Aixun T3B w/ T210 Handle Review. Is It Worth It? Better than Hakko & JBC?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I hope my jumpers weren't too ugly for you guys 🙈🤣 Don't forget to buy the station here: bit.ly/3tCVOe7

[@mr_mnky]

what size jumper wire do you use for this type of repair (and for flex cables & such) ???

[@peterspiegelenburg4262]

There are some serious problems with the SSL of the webshop. When I replace the https by http my Asus-router tells me the website contains malware.

[@u-hi5]

0.01 mm not insulated wire, above red uf mask

[@belaircomputerguyllc4001]

Just arrived today. I CANNOT BELIEVE HOW AMAZING THIS MACHINE IS. It blows my Hakko out of the water. A true pleasure to use. Thanks!

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Amazing 🔥

[@ItalianRetroGuy]

I've been using the T3A T245 for a year now and it's all been working right. Only issue is that if you somehow ground the tip to any ground that isn't the station's, or insert it improperly, it starts glowing red hot as it heats up to center-of-a-star temperatures. That has ruined a tip for me, waiting on a tip tinner so I can try to resurrect it.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Oh wow! Ill have to keep an eye out for that

[@ItalianRetroGuy]

@@VCCBoardRepairs might have been fixed so don't necessarily need to worry about it

[@NigelB-cz9bz]

I have to say I like the Aixun tools. I recently purchased the Aixun iHeater Pro for all Iphone models from X to Iphone 13 pro max for only £168 UK pounds, and it really works a treat. Very impressed with this soldering iron too, seems to be doing the job just fine. I too use Hako and still have it, but changed to Sugon T26 which is another great unit, which is another cheaper unit. Aixum seem to be very good, so lets hope they have longevity too. Thanks for the Video Jesse.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Oh that's cool. I'll have to look up their other Aixun tools.

[@calciumcarbonate9877]

Hey, That's great stuff! Do you mind linking me fo where you grabbed the set? The price is quite good.

[@shiftctrlhack]

I use the T3B C115 & C210 pencil with great results. You definitely want to get genuine JBC tips and you will see a noticeable difference it how well the heat transfer is. I work on laptop and tablets on a daily basis. I also have a JABE UD1200 with the JBC C245 handle and tips. I purchased these a few years ago when I was on a budget and since they all work so well I have never needed to upgrade to the " HIGH END MODELS ". I don't really see a need for it. I even purchased the JBC C115 pencil holder to hang my C115 pencil instead of putting it in the T3B holder. You have to do a slight modification but it works really well.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I will definitely be trying a genuine JBC tip once one of these fail. I have the iron cable attached to a zip tie on my shelf, so it's out of the way

[@grininventor]

What do you think of the Jabe station ? How does it compare to the Aixun T3B ?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

No idea. Never used it

[@grininventor]

@@VCCBoardRepairsI was asking the other guy but thanks for the answer though 😂

[@Rapid-eraser]

JBC tips have deferent resistance (about ~1ohm less from the Aixun provided) in the tip and you have to recalibrate the station to offset the temp difference.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

That's good to know! Thanks for the tip (no pun intended)!

[@Rapid-eraser]

​@@VCCBoardRepairs I wish Aixun would provide for both T3A and T3B more ouf of tips (Aixun branded) there is a plethora from other fendros for T245 but for T210 tip only the 3 types that came with the station are available :( Original JBC tips looks like they are working ok, but at a premium higher price.

[@techdoc.repair]

I've been eyeing this station for a while. Currently using a KSGER t12 station with an aluminum handle along with a weller 1010na. Both are good but I love tools lol. You may have convinced me to pull the trigger. Nice review thx. Also, I think the curved tip is not meant to solder with the tip, you are supposed to hold the elbow down and hold a blob of solder on the elbow and drag solder over contacts. works great that way.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Yes, I've tried using the "elbow" of the curved tip & still nothing. I normally use the J tip for my Hakko and know very well how to use it. Maybe I just have a bad J tip for this T210 handle.

[@travisfrost6508]

@@VCCBoardRepairs I've had a couple j tips that just won't hold solder on the elbow also so you must've gotten a lemon. Pretty annoying>.

[@RandomUser2401]

I really wish they would ship it with larger tips. These are nice for micro micro microsoldering but even working on a 0402 you the to the limit of their heat output.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I haven't had any issues with small components. I actually don't really use the iron to install components. that's handled by my hot air station.

[@super_tech]

Nice review Jesse👌👍

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Glad you liked it

[@lallyji8051]

love your vids man. you explain things so well

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Glad you like them!

[@orfeous]

You can upgrade the firmware via computer as well and also customize screen with aixun software! :) I might order this one. Looking for a soldering station that are kinda allround. Some generic PCB through hole soldering, and cables and plugs and stuff. 100-200 euro i think would suite me. No everyday use. Just time to time. Using a Velleman VTSS30 today. Really old and outdated. Theres no accessories for it. But shipping here to Sweden seems to always be expensive from many places. Sometimes the shipping costs same as the product or twice as much so it wont be worth it :)

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

It's an amazing Iron. Still using it today.

[@orfeous]

@@VCCBoardRepairs cool! Did you know that you can update the firmware on this via computer? :) you can also customize the screen via their software on pc. I might order this one actually. But you never know if there are a new/other model on it's way that's better/improved :)

[@kaiserkhalil1]

I still use old 936 soldering iron 🤣. NICE REVIEW 🕺

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I haven't heard of the 936. is it any good?

[@kaiserkhalil1]

@@VCCBoardRepairs its a old style soldering iron with transformer and alot of soldering tips specially if u work with pure copper tips. These new soldering irons are good but i started working with 936 so it suits me and its cheap 🤣

[@JohnWilliams-zo5jf]

Thanks very much for the video. I will definitely get one

[@spartan456]

Hey Jesse! I had a question about this station. I've heard the T210 handle is capable of accepting legit JBC tips. I was also wondering if the station itself could interface with a legit JBC holder and handpiece? I've already ordered one of these stations as I need to teach my new coworker how to tackle a lot of this soldering stuff, and I figure he can learn on the FM-202 while I use the AiXun. But the issues you pointed out with the holder do sound quite frustrating, so I was wondering if using a legit JBC holder would also work?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

It can do jbc tips Not sure about the stand

[@spartan456]

@@VCCBoardRepairs Thank you! As an added note, it looks like they may have resolved the tip cleaner issue on newer iterations of the T3B. I just got mine, and the whole tip cleaner is sitting quite firmly in the handpiece cradle. It's still removable of course, but it doesn't at all pop up like yours seems to in this video while cleaning. I am very pleased with the station, and the fact the handpieces work with legitimate JBC tips is awesome. This is a very good station for the price! My one and only complaint is the foam grips! These suckers were an absolute PAIN to get installed on the handpiece. I feel the whole process would have been MUCH easier if the handpiece were slightly altered and featured a fully removable cable on the handpiece itself. I kept thinking "man, if I could slide this UP the handpiece, it would be a lot easier."

[@MDTrepairs]

Thanks... Wonder if I'd still need two of these to replace my FM203

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

It did for me!

[@tasuwer1]

I am 100 percent it still can not beat jbc, but it definitely gets the job done ✅

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I haven't used JBC before so i have no way to compare. But i'm sure the original works great.

[@MrRawUK]

What is the difference with the handles such as T210 and T245? Is it just cosmetic or where the grip is or is there more technical explanation? thanks.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

The size

[@jeffdughman9741]

Im going to buy one for my micro set up, hope this one is relieble, need it to last long enough for me to save up for a full JBC SYSTEM. do you think this will hold up for a year brotha? and great job on the video, thanks for all the effort you put into these vids :)

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I don't see why not. It's been working fine for me since i recorded the video.

[@jeffdughman9741]

@@VCCBoardRepairs Sweet thanks brotha !

[@SlingshotGamer]

Great video! Definitely going to order one. Did you calibrate the tips or were they working out of the box? Do you have a coupon code for the order?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I didn't calibrate it until after the video, but it worked great without calibrating. You can purchase the Soldering Iron Kit here: bit.ly/3tCVOe7

[@belaircomputerguyllc4001]

Just ordered. It was $151 including expedited shipping!

[@chinaphonefixteam6300]

High Quality JC AIXUN T3B Soldering Station with different types iron tips for mobile phone motherboard BGA CPU IC soldering repair. The world’s first 200W Full Intelligent soldering station

[@naidol]

T3B is 95W, not 200w. So you don't even know the specs of what you are selling. The T3A is 200w but you cannot use 210 and 245 handles interchangeable. You have to buy the separate stations or the T420 model.

[@mihailsjakovlevs6497]

Could you please check if the T3B station has the issue when the tip touches ground (i.e. mains earth) while soldering as reported on the T3A? And also if there is voltage on the tip while operating (also reported on T3A). Thank you!

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

i never experienced any of those issues

[@nidusa1]

could you use Aixun T3A 245 station with genuine JBC 245 handle, are they compatible to connect JBC handle to it? thanks

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I have no idea.

[@anonym6391]

Nidusa1 have you found the answer to that question? I am also interested to know if they are compatible.

[@jumanjimedia6324]

Where do you get the microscope light

[@brycond809]

I'm really interested in this station. I see it is also available with the T115 Handle, what's the difference?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

It looks like the T115 is a larger iron with larger tips. So for what I do, I don't really need a larger iron. Although I haven't tested it personally.

[@limebulls]

How is it compared to the FX951? This is the on I have

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Aixun is much better

[@limebulls]

thank you@@VCCBoardRepairs ! And would you suggest to buy the "original" jbc tips or will the standard tips from aixun do the job nearly as well?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

The Aixun tips work well. JBC Tips are nice too but expensive

[@TheArifgigani]

your microscop is very good wich name and company is in your microscop??

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Parco Microscope: amzn.to/3362K9t

[@nidusa1]

is it better to go with C210 system or get the 245 system and use small tips with that?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

i'm not sure. i guess that would be a preference thing & the types of devices you work on.

[@catharperfect7036]

C210 is really for fine work rather than general soldering. I got both.

[@EQUID]

Im sold and wanted to place an order but noticed its not a local order. How long did it take for your order to arrive?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Very quickly of you pick express shipping. Injured Gadgets also carries it in the USA

[@samsong2163]

Thats good i like tools review Can you test Quick 861dw vs Atten st 862

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

That would be a good idea! I'll add it to my to-do list

[@samsong2163]

Thank you

[@emreozturk4053]

What is difference between t210 and t115 tips?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I believe the T115 handle & tips are larger.

[@brycond809]

@@VCCBoardRepairs This is strange. I read elsewhere that t115 is smaller than the the t210. If true the t115 should be ideal for iphones.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

@@brycond809 Maybe! i am not sure

[@catharperfect7036]

115 is for incredibly small work. They're what the JBC nano rework station uses.

[@Sherifone78]

15:00 where to find colorizer microscope light ?

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

check here www.vccboardrepairs.com/gear

[@experttechnicianfix]

Sugon t26d please...

[@f4funks]

Qual o modelo desse micro??

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Sorry, I don't understand

[@TonyToneFixMyPhone]

Why when I can have a JBC for $2,000? LOL : ) And at $50 per tip I've spent $8000 on tips alone LOL !!! hahaha

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

hahahah i know right

[@pcvitamins]

Parco vs amscope !!

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

That's on my to-do list! but good reminder. thank you

[@Empirelyrics_]

Beleza amigão!

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Thanks for watching!

[@samsong2163]

Also next time we can do discord server

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I don't have a Discord server.

[@rajputgamingyt00]

TOP

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Thanks for watching!

[@AkKa-sx6bz]

vlw guerreiro

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Thanks for watching!

[@ameliabuns4058]

This station isnt ESD safe as a warning.

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Okay

[@zxrjimmy1]

I never have any luck with fake JBC tips, always fail,

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

Ill have to try a genuine JBC one day!

[@zxrjimmy1]

@@VCCBoardRepairs yes that's what I use everyday, the knife tip and bent one,

[@mosparkmore6340]

Love ur videos i do repairs in Melbourne and i learn a lot from ur videos . Wish we could chat on wttsapp and share experience

[@VCCBoardRepairs]

I really appreciate your support. Thank you so much