Weller WES51
The Weller WES51 is the standard Soldering Iron used in the Maker Hub. The Iron includes the WES series power unit, PES51 soldering pencil, PH50 stand, and sponge. A PW50 probe is available for checkout that allows the user to set (or unset) the soldering temperature.
Each iron is mounted to a tray along with a soldering kit. Each kit contains the following:
File:soldersucker.jpg|Solder Sucker bulb File:tweezers.png|Tweezers File:wire_strippers.jpg|Wire Strippers File:needle_nose_pliers.jpg|Needle Nose Pliers File:flush_cutters.jpg|Flush Cutters File:solder_heat_sink.jpg|red Heat Sink File:X-ACTO_knife.jpg|X-ACTO knife File:wire_brush.jpg|Wire Brush File:60_40_solder.jpg|60/40 Solder File:solder_flux.jpg|Solder Flux File:flux_pen.jpg|Flux Pen File:tip_activator.gif|Tip Activator
Accessories
The Weller station is used with the following accessories:
- Tips
- Solder
- Tinner
- Braid
Documentation
Training
Training for the Weller is included in the Soldering Irons (General) training. Additional instructional videos for the Weller are here.
- How to use a dry cleaner - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LqHoA0rohs
- How to use a soldering tip activator - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3OlDsKvzss
Software
None.
Links
The Weller site for this model is at http://www.weller-toolsus.com/soldering/systems/weller-wes51-station-50-60w-120v-wes51.html.