Manufacturer | Cooper Hand Tools |
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Part Number | WES51 |
Item Weight | 4 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 11.42 x 8.82 x 4.25 inches |
Item model number | WES51 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Style | Soldering station |
Material | iron, sponge, accessory |
Power Source | corded-electric |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Wattage | 50.00 |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Number of Handles | 1 |
Display Style | Analog |
Included Components | Pencil |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 1 year |
National Stock Number | 3439-01-176-0339 |
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Weller WES51 Analog Soldering Station
Brand | Weller |
Item Weight | 4 Pounds |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Wattage | 50.00 |
Display Type | Analog |
About this item
- Receptacle For Easy Iron Replacement
- Designed For Continuous Production Soldering
- Slim, Comfortable Pencil With Eta Tip Reduces Operator Fatigue
- Tip Temperature Offset Capability
- Allows User To Reset Station Temperature To Match In Tip Sizes & Styles
- Station Includes Power Unit, Soldering Pencil, Stand and Sponge
- New Receptacle For Easier Iron Replacement
- Designed For Continuous Production Soldering
- Slim, Comfortable Pencil With Eta Tip Reduces Operator Fatigue
- Tip Temperature Offset Capability
- This is for 120v only
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Temperature Control | 4.5 | 4.1 | — | 4.6 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Accuracy | 4.4 | 4.1 | — | 4.1 | 3.9 | 3.9 |
Value for money | 4.5 | — | 4.1 | — | 4.0 | 4.0 |
For beginners | — | 3.9 | — | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Ergonomic | 4.7 | 4.2 | — | 4.8 | — | — |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Kimco Distribution | YIHUA OFFICIAL STORE | YIHUA OFFICIAL STORE |
power source | corded-electric | AC | Hand Powered | Corded-electric | ac | ac |
wattage | — | 70 watts | — | — | 60 watts | 60 watts |
material | iron, sponge, accessory | iron | Cast iron | Plastic/Metal | Iron | lead, iron, ceramic, metal, sponge |
included components | Pencil | Includes: Digital Soldering Station, 70-Watt Soldering Iron, 2.4mm Screwdriver Tip (WLTS24IR70), 1.6mm Screwdriver Tip (WLTS16IR70), and 0.8 Conical Tip (WLTC08IR70). | Includes: 1 x Neiko 01902 Adjustable Helping Hand With Magnifying Glass | Dual Alligator Clips | Station power supply, iron, iron holder, sponge, water-less cleaner, | 1 x Roll of LEAD-FREE Solder Wire (35g 0.8mm), 6 x Assorted Iron Tips, 1 x Pair of ESD-Safe Tweezers, 1 x Desoldering Pump (Solder Sucker), 1 x Mini-Wrench | 1 x Roll of LEAD-FREE Solder Wire (35g 0.8mm), 6 x Assorted Iron Tips, 1 x Pair of ESD-Safe Tweezers, 1 x Desoldering Pump (Solder Sucker), 1 x Mini-Wrench |
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ASIN | B000BRC2XU |
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4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #128,458 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific) #408 in Soldering Stations |
Date First Available | November 19, 2003 |
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This analog soldering station from Weller is an innovative heater and sensor combination that gives you a quick heat-up and rapid temperature recovery. It has a wireless temperature lockout to prevent operators from raising the temperature levels higher than specified for the board or component so if gives you control over the process. The station automatically powers down after 90 minutes of inactivity to prolong tip like and save power.
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The Weller WES51 Analog Soldering Station, with included soldering pencil, stand, and sponge, is the perfect choice for a variety of soldering applications, including industrial manufacturing, rework, repairs, and more. The comfortable foam-grip pencil and variable temperature controls give you complete command of your work for precise results. Plus, with a non-burnable silicone rubber cord, ESD safety, and automatic shut-off technology, the WES51 is safe enough to use in a continuous production environment.
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The WES51's heater and sensor combination offers quick heat-up times and temperature recovery for highly efficient soldering.View larger.
The Weller WES51 Analog Soldering Station features:
- An included power unit, soldering pencil, stand, and sponge
- A durable design ideal for industrial manufacturing applications
- Temperature lock-out that prevents excessive temperatures
- An automatic sleep-mode that turns off soldering station after 99 minutes of inactivity
- Adjustable temperature controls; quick heat-up and recovery times
Electronic Temperature Control for Precise Performance
No matter what your soldering job is, the WES51's electronic control system lets you set the temperature you need to get the job done right. The soldering temperature is adjustable from 350 to 850 degrees Fahrenheit and is accurately measured to within nine degrees. And the WES51's innovative built-in heater and sensor combination offers quick heat-up times and temperature recovery for better heat control over the course of your job.
The WES51's wireless temperature lockout prevents you from raising the temperature beyond what is recommended for a specific workpiece, board, or component. This eliminates the possibility of damaging components by accidentally setting the temperature too high for the job.
Comfortable, Easy-to-Use Soldering Pencil
The kit's included PES51 Soldering Pencil features a durable Nichrome-wound stainless steel heating element for long life and quick response time. Stainless steel will not corrode at high temperatures, meaning you can use this durable pencil for a long time to come. An added bonus, the PES51 Soldering Pencil is compatible with Weller ET series tips.
The PES51 also features a non-burning silicone rubber cord, a lightweight handle made from high-impact ESD (electro-static discharge) plastic, and a foam sleeve that allows for continuous use without fatigue or heat discomfort.
Wireless temperature lockout enhances your work's precision.Innovative Features for Long-Term, Safe Use
The WES51 Soldering Station meets Weller's high standards for quality and safety. The station will automatically shut off power to the PES51 Soldering Pencil after 99 minutes of inactivity, which helps to conserve electricity and extends the tip life. Additionally, the easy-to-understand LED (light-emitting diode) lets you know what mode the WES51 is in, so you can easily see if the temperature is locked or unlocked and whether or not the unit is turned on.
The Weller WES51 Soldering station is UL/CUL listed, which means that it meets or exceeds independent safety standards. Furthermore, the PES51 Soldering Pencil is designed to be used in electrostatic-free workstations, and, for added safety, it is completely free of stored static charges. The WES51 Soldering Station is backed by a one-year warranty.
What's in the Box
WES51PU Power Unit, PES51 Soldering Pencil, PH50 Stand, and sponge.
From the Manufacturer
The Weller WES51 is a powerful and economical continuous production soldering station. This unit has wireless temperature limit lockout that gives you control over the process, and an automatic power-down features that prolongs tip life and saves power. The WES51's heater and sensor combination allows for relatively quick heat-up and recovery, and comes with an improved iron plug and receptacle for easier iron changes. The static sensitive grounded 50-watt slim profile iron accepts the new miniature tips for surface mount soldering, and it's slim design reduces operator fatigue. Temperature is adjustable from 350-degrees to 850-degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature accuracy +/- 9-degrees Fahrenheit. UL and cUL listed.
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Customers like the performance, heat up, quality and value of the soldering station. For example, they mention that it works great, gets up to temp quick, provides plenty of heat and that it's reliable. That said, they say it'll be a good investment for the hobby. As for ease of use, they find it simple and easy to use.
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Customers like the heat up of the product. They say it gets up to temperature quickly, has good temperature recovery, and provides plenty of heat. The iron takes approximately 30 seconds to heat up and has a potentiometer to control the heat. It also stays cool and has lower heat settings that work great.
"...It heats up in 30 seconds and has a potentiometer to control the heat. The unit is heavy and the transformer is the key...." Read more
"...In use, the soldering station works great. It heats up very quickly; I just did a quick test and counted 38 seconds from hitting the power switch..." Read more
"...Also, the coating on the handle keeps your fingers cool- I used it comfortably for hours...." Read more
"...The iron takes approximately 30 seconds to heat up (the old iron took 5+ minutes), which surprised me when I first turned it on out of curiosity..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the soldering kit. They mention that it works well, is good for fine work, and has control over the temperature. The solder station and iron work together well, and the analog works just fine. The stock tip still performs like new, and it works great on small circuit boards and stranded wire. It's more than adequate for any hobbyist or household electrician.
"...This one works great so far. It heats up in 30 seconds and has a potentiometer to control the heat...." Read more
"...In use, the soldering station works great...." Read more
"...replacing bad/blown capacitors in my older G5 Imac, and it worked great. (25 capacitors replaced successfully!)..." Read more
"This is, without a doubt, the best functioning (and looking) soldering iron I have ever had the pleasure and/or privilege of using! :)..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the soldering station. They say it's well-made, reliable, and stable. The holder is durable and heavy, and is made of high-quality silicone that is very flexible. The base is metal and very heavy, making it super sturdy. The LED is solid on while getting up to temp, and the tip is very stable as there is a screw-on barrel that holds it in place.
"...It heats of the iron fast. The cord is great. It seems to be pretty durable and it is very flexible...." Read more
"...This is a very reliable, solidly build soldering station. I slap myself for not dropping the coin on this earlier than I did...." Read more
"...from the iron to the station is thoughtfully long and made of high quality silicone that is very flexible- these features made the iron very easy to..." Read more
"...The tip is very stable as there is a screw-on barrel that holds it in place (as apposed to having the tip screw in like the old iron)...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the soldering iron. They mention that it is well worth the price, the best in this price range, and a good investment for the hobby. The tips are relatively inexpensive, and there are tons of styles available.
"...I now consider this to be an excellent tool and a tremendous value for the price...." Read more
"...If you think about it, it's not that expensive at all. Your hobby can take a lot of time, and it's good to have solid tools at your disposal...." Read more
"...In short, this was money well spent (just wish I did so sooner XP)" Read more
"...find a cheaper or fancier soldering station, but the Weller is well worth the price and I am confident it will give years of outstanding service." Read more
Customers find the soldering station easy to use. They say it makes jobs easy, and is simple to set up. Customers also say the controls are easy to operate, and the on-off switch is a big plus. They mention that the stations come in different sizes and are a cinch to install.
"...I am confident that it will be easier to solder now even as a novice. Maybe I will find more reasons to solder...." Read more
"...The stand is simple as well, and also decently weighted and with rubber feet so it also avoids the workdesk mambo...." Read more
"...silicone that is very flexible- these features made the iron very easy to use...." Read more
"...This means less clutter at the actual working area...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the soldering iron. They say it's a great product for hobbyists, it has the look and feel of quality, and it has a soft rubber grip. They also say it heats up very quickly and leaves bright shiny joints.
"...I love how thin the soldering iron is, and that it has a nice, soft rubber grip, so during those all night soldering jobs your hands won't become..." Read more
"...The machine is solid, though, and has the look and feel of quality...." Read more
"...It's a simple, functional iron...." Read more
"...Leaves bright shiny joints." Read more
Customers find the comfort of the iron, pencil, and wand to be great. They mention that the handle is comfortable, stays cool, and easy to hold. The iron feels right in their hand and is balanced. They also appreciate the soft rubber grip and the generous strain relief at the end.
"...I love how thin the soldering iron is, and that it has a nice, soft rubber grip, so during those all night soldering jobs your hands won't become..." Read more
"...The iron itself is light and the soft foam rubber makes it very comfortable to hold over time...." Read more
"...What a difference! The iron feels really nice in your hand and it heats up in about 30 seconds...." Read more
"...The iron is comfortable and has good weight. I read other reviews which stated the iron constantly fell out of where it connected to the base...." Read more
Customers like the tips of the soldering iron. They say the included tip is fine enough for SMD work, and the replacement tips are easily found. They also mention that the tip changing process is simple and well designed.
"...This one comes with a very subtle chisel tip, almost looks like a point when it has solder on it...." Read more
"...Tip changing is simple: you unscrew the entire barrel, remove the tip which is held tight by the flange on the end, install new tip, screw on barrel..." Read more
"...better soldering tool - fast, adjustable temperature control, easily replaceable tips, and rugged enough to last for years...." Read more
"...The small tip is great for tiny connections and if I could only have one of the two it would be the small tip...." Read more
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About 10 years ago I graduated to a Radio Shack kit that was about $30. This had a high/low rocker switch. It was better than unplugging and plugging back in the cord but not by a lot. It came with a place to store the soldering gun and sponge to clean the tip. I think it is fundamentally the same iron I originally had though. Nothing external to heat it up quick. It took 10-15 minutes to really get going good. It was the same iron in a fancy package with some accessories really.
I have always heard that Weller is a good name in soldering irons. This one works great so far. It heats up in 30 seconds and has a potentiometer to control the heat. The unit is heavy and the transformer is the key. It heats of the iron fast. The cord is great. It seems to be pretty durable and it is very flexible. That is a nice combination in a soldering iron.
I was considering buying the upgraded digital one but I have an inexpensive infrared thermometer that I can use if I really want to know the temperature of the tip. (they are about $15.00 on Amazon) Some applications have a specific temperature you want to use. I'm not that advanced. I still have to figure out exactly which type of solder to use in certain situations. I was just reading about the temperature lockout feature. The manual tells you how to hold the magnetic pencil near a logo on the front to use it. (the LED flashes to let you know you have it set or that you cleared the lockout) This stops you from getting the actually soldering tip too hot. I may try to use this and my infrared thermometer to set a specific temperature.
I only solder about 5-7 times per year. I might have bought the digital 70 watt version with temp control if I soldered more often or did board repair type work more often. I solder a lot of wires. I use my soldering iron on: automotive connectors, speaker wires, batteries, wire repair, RC car projects and some miscellaneous stuff with my kid. I have heated up cold solder connections on boards though. (fixed the issue just by heating up the existing solder) It was hard with my old setup. In fact so hard that I wouldn't recommend it. I have soldered new bulbs on boards as well.
This will make my life so much easier. (about 5-7 times a year for a few minutes) I am confident that it will be easier to solder now even as a novice. Maybe I will find more reasons to solder. Now I need to learn to get the vapors away from me since they are terrible for you.
I placed my order and grabbed a few extra tips as well, since I was used to burning through them so fast with my cheap iron. That was an unnecessary precaution, as it turns out. I've been using the WES51 for several months now and I'm still on the original tip, and it is showing no signs of burning out or otherwise needing to be replaced. More on performance in a bit though; I want to first go through my initial impressions from receiving the WES51.
So once it showed up two days after ordering (I <3 amazon prime), it was time to open up daddy's new toy. ;p
It comes packaged in a thick cardboard box with all the necessary info on it, and inside that box is another thick cardboard box with the station, soldering iron, stand, and tip attached to the iron. The packaging is excellent. It's very ship friendly.
IN appearance it's a very simple, no frills soldering station. Everything about it is very basic and simple. The color of the base may turn off some buyers, but I like the color blue, even if the particular shade used isn't my favorite. The power unit is pretty heavy, and has rubber feet so it doesn't dance around your work area. The stand is simple as well, and also decently weighted and with rubber feet so it also avoids the workdesk mambo. I love how thin the soldering iron is, and that it has a nice, soft rubber grip, so during those all night soldering jobs your hands won't become fatigued. The cord for the iron is silicon coated to prevent burning if the tip contacts the cord. This is a great feature and what I consider a necessity on a high caliber soldering station.
The power unit has minimal controls; just the temperature control knob, on/off switch, connection for the soldering iron, status light and temperature lock area (I've never used this so I can't comment on it's function).
In use, the soldering station works great. It heats up very quickly; I just did a quick test and counted 38 seconds from hitting the power switch until the green status light was blinking rapidly, indicating the iron was ready for action. I've found that it maintains temperature during use, even during long periods of desoldering using copper desoldering braid. Properly taken care of, the tip lasts a very long time. As indicated earlier, I've been using the same tip for several months on a number of different soldering jobs and it's held up great. I keep the tip clean, and add a bit of solder after using it to prevent oxidation and it still performs as perfectly as the day I got it.
This is a very reliable, solidly build soldering station. I slap myself for not dropping the coin on this earlier than I did. The frustration that could have been avoided is amazing.
One thing I did, was not even bother to use the sponge that came with it. Instead I opted to buy and use a brass ball cleaner . I found that these do a much better job at cleaning the tip during use and don't "shock" the tip like a water dampened sponge can. AN unexpected advantage is that it fits perfectly where the sponge is supposed to sit and doesn't move during use. See the user pic I uploaded showing it in place.
I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase and highly recommend the Weller WES51 to anyone needing a solid, reliable soldering station.
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2011
I placed my order and grabbed a few extra tips as well, since I was used to burning through them so fast with my cheap iron. That was an unnecessary precaution, as it turns out. I've been using the WES51 for several months now and I'm still on the original tip, and it is showing no signs of burning out or otherwise needing to be replaced. More on performance in a bit though; I want to first go through my initial impressions from receiving the WES51.
So once it showed up two days after ordering (I <3 amazon prime), it was time to open up daddy's new toy. ;p
It comes packaged in a thick cardboard box with all the necessary info on it, and inside that box is another thick cardboard box with the station, soldering iron, stand, and tip attached to the iron. The packaging is excellent. It's very ship friendly.
IN appearance it's a very simple, no frills soldering station. Everything about it is very basic and simple. The color of the base may turn off some buyers, but I like the color blue, even if the particular shade used isn't my favorite. The power unit is pretty heavy, and has rubber feet so it doesn't dance around your work area. The stand is simple as well, and also decently weighted and with rubber feet so it also avoids the workdesk mambo. I love how thin the soldering iron is, and that it has a nice, soft rubber grip, so during those all night soldering jobs your hands won't become fatigued. The cord for the iron is silicon coated to prevent burning if the tip contacts the cord. This is a great feature and what I consider a necessity on a high caliber soldering station.
The power unit has minimal controls; just the temperature control knob, on/off switch, connection for the soldering iron, status light and temperature lock area (I've never used this so I can't comment on it's function).
In use, the soldering station works great. It heats up very quickly; I just did a quick test and counted 38 seconds from hitting the power switch until the green status light was blinking rapidly, indicating the iron was ready for action. I've found that it maintains temperature during use, even during long periods of desoldering using copper desoldering braid. Properly taken care of, the tip lasts a very long time. As indicated earlier, I've been using the same tip for several months on a number of different soldering jobs and it's held up great. I keep the tip clean, and add a bit of solder after using it to prevent oxidation and it still performs as perfectly as the day I got it.
This is a very reliable, solidly build soldering station. I slap myself for not dropping the coin on this earlier than I did. The frustration that could have been avoided is amazing.
One thing I did, was not even bother to use the sponge that came with it. Instead I opted to buy and use [[ASIN:B003UY3XU2 a brass ball cleaner]]. I found that these do a much better job at cleaning the tip during use and don't "shock" the tip like a water dampened sponge can. AN unexpected advantage is that it fits perfectly where the sponge is supposed to sit and doesn't move during use. See the user pic I uploaded showing it in place.
I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase and highly recommend the Weller WES51 to anyone needing a solid, reliable soldering station.
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but there are some issues, temperature control is pretty accurate but not perfect. also if you are in a cold room it takes lot longer to heat up, replacement tips are also expensive.
overall it's a great value at this price.
Needless to say it works excellently. Sure, the new digital one can pump out 70W vs 50W, but I have a feeling that mine will still be pumping out 50W long, long after the newer models are decomposing in a landfill. The pencil is comfortable to use. The lead wire is a good quality, unmeltable silicone, as it should be.
There are only four minor cons with this product in my mind.
1. I wish the analog scale were graduated in degrees Celsius rather than Fahrenheit. I can roughly translate the latter scale to the former in the range of -32 to 100, and I'm familiar with oven level temperatures (300-450), but 700 degrees Fahrenheit has no meaning to me. Luckily the appropriate soldering temperature is as much a matter of feel as it is science, so I have simply learned where on the scale it "feels best" to solder. I don't even know for sure whether the dial is accurate.
2. The lead from the unit can be annoying. It often gets caught on things or otherwise just might be at slightly the wrong angle and needs to be fiddled with. This, however, is not unique to this product and is more a matter of the nature of wires and my messy desk than anything else.
3. The selection of available genuine Weller tips for this slightly older model is not as complete as other designs. I wish there were a small, bent conical tip like Hakko offers for use in SMD work. "Aftermarket" tips exist but are always inferior to the genuine items.
4. I wish it were made in USA. That would complete the nostalgic picture.
Overall I have to say that this is a fantastic product. Not having tried any Hakko designs, I can't fairly say whether it may be better or worse than their offerings, but I can certainly say that this is light years from any of the el cheapo Chinese originals.