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Weller WES51 Analog Soldering Station, Power Unit, Soldering Pencil, Stand and Sponge

Weller WES51 Analog Soldering Station, Power Unit, Soldering Pencil, Stand and Sponge
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Brand:  Weller
Category: Home Improvement

Original Price: $124.95
Buy New: $94.99

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Sales Rank: 221

Media: Tools & Hardware
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Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.2
Dimensions (in): 10.8 x 8.8 x 4
Tip temperature offset capability
Allows user to reset station temperature to match in tip sizes & styles
Iron is fitted with a non-burnable silicon rubber cord for safety
UL and cUL listed and ESD safe to protect sensitive components
Use ET series tips

MPN: WES51
Model: WES51
UPC: 037103161208
EAN: 0037103161208

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Features:
  • Designed for continuous production, rework, and repair of through hole, SMT boards, most ground planes, and multi-layer boards
  • Wireless temperature lockout prevents operator from raising temperature to levels higher than specified for the board or component
  • Station automatically powers down after 99 minutes of inactivity to prolong tip life and save power
  • Pencil is fitted with non-burnable silicone rubber cord for added safety, and pencil uses ET series tips
  • Slim, comfortable pencil reduces operator fatigue

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Wattage: 50 W
Temperature Range: 350° F to 850° F
Voltage Input/Output: 120 V/24 V
Temperature Accuracy: +/- 10° F to +/- 6° C

HDTalking Shopping Product Description

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.


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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


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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.


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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.


Customer Reviews:


Showing reviews 1-5 of 38
5 out of 5 stars
The Best Iron I Ever Had
By J. Klaassen (Grand Rapids, MI)  |  March 20, 2010
This unit is just remarkable in my opinion. The temp control is great when considering sensitive components and different types of solder. The stand is good to. I've used this now for a few months and it's the best iron I have ever owned. It seems so well made that I hope I can give it to one of my kids someday.
4 out of 5 stars
Spend the money, it's well worth it...
By J. Lovrich (Pennsylvania)  |  February 11, 2010
If you are going to do some electronic repair, don't try to get by with a simple soldering iron. The fast temperature contol of this unit dumps in more heat right away when you need it, then backs off when you're not soldering. Once you use it, you'll see the difference. It just plain works better.
5 out of 5 stars
High Quality and Easy to Use
By M. Ross (Orange, CA USA)  |  February 3, 2010  | 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I got the WES51 station for my first soldering experience, replacing bad/blown capacitors in my older G5 Imac, and it worked great. (25 capacitors replaced successfully!)

I purchased based on positive reviews and the price seemed good. Never having soldered before- and frankly never having worked on the guts of my computer before- the project was daunting; I didn't want to spend a lot of dough on a tool that I may never use again and for a project that I perceived had dim prospects for success. Having used it successfully, I now consider this to be an excellent tool and a tremendous value for the price.

When I first opened the box, I thought the unit looked antiquated- something you might unearth from underneath your grandfather's workbench. It has one LED to let you know the unit is on and heating, and a dial. The machine is solid, though, and has the look and feel of quality.

The iron itself is light and the soft foam rubber makes it very comfortable to hold over time. Also, the coating on the handle keeps your fingers cool- I used it comfortably for hours. The cable 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 use. I spent hours on my project, holding the iron constantly, and never felt I had to put it down due to fatigue or because it became too hot to hold.

The iron heated to its designated temperature very quickly- seemed to me a matter of seconds from a cold start. The stand that comes with it is durable and the coiled receiver protects the iron well (and me from the hot tip!) and is a good angle for constant use. All in all, I am impressed with the quality and ergonomics of this kit. The products I used with this that worked equally well are Super Solder Super Solder Wire 60% 1.0mm Diameter - 1lb Spool and Tech Spray Desoldering Wick Tech Spray Desolder Braid,Pro- Wick, #4, Anti-Static, Blue, 5'

The only thing that was challenging when using this product was desoldering on my Imac circuit board. I hear that they use a solder with a higher melting point (lead-free silver solder?) and the iron just barely melted it. Everything turned out OK, but I felt I was lingering a little too long with the iron on the board to desolder those leads. I'm certain this is not a flaw with the soldering station, but it may be relevant to those who might need a bit more oomph from their iron. It did flow the Super Solder very well and easily, however.

I am very happy with this product and recommend it highly!
5 out of 5 stars
Best of the Best!
By Robert J. Kard (San Diego)  |  December 13, 2009  | 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
The Weller soldering station is simply wonderful. The adjustability of the temperature enables me to safely solder a wide range of wire and component sizes. The iron reaches the proper temperature in short order and holds it quite nicely.

For perspective, I am not an electronics professional, just an intermittent electronics hobbyist. Over the years, however, I gained considerable experience soldering - having built ham radio gear, repairing televisions and radios, and most recently building a tube-based guitar amplifier. I should have plunked down the money for one these soldering stations years ago because it eliminates the need for multiple irons and it made me better at soldering due to the good ergonomics of this iron.
5 out of 5 stars
Best Soldering Iron I've Used!
By Christopher Moore (Bakersfield, CA USA)  |  December 9, 2009  | 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a great iron. I had a few things stolen during moving (why they'd want to steel a soldering iron I don't know). I'd had mine for 4 or 5 years and it worked flawlessly. I bought this one as a replacement and it work just as great as the first one. If this one got stolen too, I'd replace it with this same station again!!
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