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Elenco Soldering Iron Holder
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Brand | Elenco |
Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Included Components | Solding Holder |
About this item
- Standard issue Soldering Iron Holder for Pencil style soldering irons
- Dual coiled springs to protect users and work from burns and damage
- Sponge for tip cleaning
- Metal base for stability and durability
- For 30 years Elenco has been developing reliable & affordable electronic test equipment, tools, and educational kits
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 5 x 3.5 x 5.98 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.6 ounces |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B0002LLWEU |
Item model number | SH-1 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
Best Sellers Rank | #111,771 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific) #592 in Soldering Parts & Accessories #2,986 in Welding Equipment & Accessories |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer | Elenco Electronics LLC |
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Standard issue Soldering Iron Holder for Pencil style soldering irons. Dual coiled springs to protect users and work from burns and damage. Sponge for tip cleaning. Metal base for stability and durability. For over 30 years Elenco has been using their strong engineering and design skills to develop reliable, affordable electronic test equipment, tools, and educational kits
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Minimum Age | 13+ | 12+ | 8+ | 8+ | 10+ |
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Customers like the quality, value, and ease of assembly of the soldering station. For example, they mention it holds up real well, is plenty stable, and is cheap. Some appreciate the ease of installation, saying it makes the job a lot more easier. That said, some complain about the weight, saying that it needs more weight at the bottom. Opinions are mixed on the size.
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Customers like the quality of the soldering station. They mention that it holds up well, is plenty stable, and strong. The parts are well made, and it has enough base girth to be stable. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's quality.
"the holder was light, we attached a weight to the bottom and it works great." Read more
"...it looks, the balance is better than I expected, and has held up to regular use quite well so far...." Read more
"...Despite the inexpensive tools, my soldering technique has improved dramatically, and now I decided to holster the iron in this perfectly realized..." Read more
"...Has a double spring which certainly helps to hold the iron securely without any hangups, and keeps the outer spring cool, unlike the single spring..." Read more
Customers like the value of the soldering station. For example, they say it's a perfect stand for a cheaper solder iron, and an economical way to hold an iron.
"I got this soldering iron holder because, well, it was cheap...." Read more
"...It's low-budget, but performs admirably, putting heat exactly where you want it...." Read more
"I just needed a way to hold a hot soldering iron, this one was a good value and since I don't do that much soldering, I didn't need all the bells..." Read more
"It aint no Rolls Royce, but it gets the job done. Great deal for the money...." Read more
Customers find the soldering station easy to assemble. They say it makes the job a lot more easier, and is much easier to use and safer. They also say it's a great starting kit, and the fitment is tight, but nice to work with.
"...It is indeed basic. Which is a plus in my view...." Read more
"...It seems sturdy enough and is easy to set up. The iron tip rests against a metal inner spring and I would rather have it not be touching anything...." Read more
"...No melting or warping. Good for beginners and budget hobbiests." Read more
"...came packaged very neatly, nothing broken or misplaced.took a few minutes to assemble, works just great for me!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the soldering station. Some mention that it fits fine, takes up little space on their work bench, and is a great size for using in classrooms. However, others say that it's way smaller than the well provided, the sponge is able to fit, and the nut base is too small for what it'll hold down.
"...Some have commented on the small sponge. It is small, but I found it to be perfectly adequate as well...." Read more
"...my first reaction was, "You get what you pay for." The sponge seemed small and extremely thin, and it didn't look very sturdy...." Read more
"...The throat is deep and smooth so your iron will probably fit very well. All mine do, including woodburners with the discus heat shields...." Read more
"...The holder mounts to the base with a small single screw and tiny wing nut. Makes me wish I had kept my soldering iron holder from the 1960's...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the weight of the soldering station. They mention that it is light weight and not very stable when the solders iron is in it. They also say that the product could use more weight at the bottom and that the base is a little on the light side.
"...Like some others have mentioned, the base IS light-weight and would NOT support the weight of my standard-sized soldering iron...." Read more
"This product is very light and when it arrived the inner coil had detached from the outer one...." Read more
"the holder was light, we attached a weight to the bottom and it works great." Read more
"The product is light weight and isn't very stable when the solder iron is in it. The inside coil wire also will come loose...." Read more
Customers find the sponge included with the soldering station to be useless and anemic at best. They also say the set up of the sponge is lame and cheesy.
"...that is supposed to help hold the spring assembly in place does not do its job very well...." Read more
"...base UP HIGH enough for you to be able to wipe your tip easily... SPONGE IS FLAT! It is NOT LIKE THE PHOTO!..." Read more
"...The sponge is more absorbent than it looks, the balance is better than I expected, and has held up to regular use quite well so far...." Read more
"...Mine has this issue and it is not the best for my needs, but I manage with it by tying the cord off and not letting it hang.Pros:..." Read more
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Some have commented on the small sponge. It is small, but I found it to be perfectly adequate as well. I like the fact that it is not glued or attached to the base so that I can merely put the sponge under the faucet and not the whole base. Saturate the sponge, squeeze it out, you're good to go!
Like some others have mentioned, the base IS light-weight and would NOT support the weight of my standard-sized soldering iron. To give it extra ballast, I added a piece of 4"x6"x3/4" plywood from some scrap wood that I had on hand, and attached it with a single #8x1-1/4" wood screw (in place of the screw and wing-nut that came with it), using the existing mounting hole in the base. (You can remove the inner sleeve by twisting and pulling gently on the black plastic ring that the iron goes into in order to be able to get at the screw with your screwdriver.) Works great! Quite stable now and I am completely satisfied. Can't beat it FOR THE PRICE!
Having used it for a while, however, I'd say it's a good purchase if you're looking for an inexpensive holder. The sponge is more absorbent than it looks, the balance is better than I expected, and has held up to regular use quite well so far. Given the low cost of this holder, I've rated it 4 stars, but it would be better if it had something on the bottom to keep it from sliding around.
If you have more money to spend, you'd probably be better off getting something a bit more sturdy and slip resistant, but this item works well if you're on a tight budget.
Despite the inexpensive tools, my soldering technique has improved dramatically, and now I decided to holster the iron in this perfectly realized soldering iron stand from Elenco. The spring coil designed to hold the heated tip has another, inner coil to dissipate heat before it could ever reach the base. The base itself is a piece of folded and formed metal which is heavily powder-coated for durability. I'm writing this somewhat hoping that Elenco could switch to baking on a ceramic finish, which is sometimes referred to enameling. With the proper care, however, the powder-coat is likely sufficient to last a lifetime's worth of soldering.
It is perfectly weighted, priced and finished. If you have been using a wand-type soldering iron without a proper stand, then you will be more than pleased with this stand from Elenco. There are zero options and no assembly instructions. There doesn't really need to be,... just assemble as indicated in the photo, and enjoy a simple, but effective addition to your soldering work area.
The only issue I found was that the base tended to slide around pretty easily when you'd want it to stay put. I easily remedied that with some 1/8 inch x 1-1/4 inch dense foam tape. I cut a piece for each side of the base, stuck it on, and wrapped it under. The foam contacts the work surface and it stays put.
It only moves when I pick it up and move it. I also bent out each side of the base about 1/4 inch to give it a bigger footprint, it won't tip over. I didn't knock off any stars for doing these mods. There easy fixes anyone can do. A great buy at $6.00 and great quality. I'd buy it again if needed.
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2013
The only issue I found was that the base tended to slide around pretty easily when you'd want it to stay put. I easily remedied that with some 1/8 inch x 1-1/4 inch dense foam tape. I cut a piece for each side of the base, stuck it on, and wrapped it under. The foam contacts the work surface and it stays put.
It only moves when I pick it up and move it. I also bent out each side of the base about 1/4 inch to give it a bigger footprint, it won't tip over. I didn't knock off any stars for doing these mods. There easy fixes anyone can do. A great buy at $6.00 and great quality. I'd buy it again if needed.
I almost never write a negative review, but in keeping with my policy of honesty for my fellow consumers I have to say that I am disapppointed. It is usable, but this one is a do not buy....
It is indeed basic. Which is a plus in my view. Parts are well made, the black framing is some sort of metal, NOT plastic, which was a pleasant surprise. There is a "groove" to hold the wire spiral from slipping around the bold+nut thats holding it down.
The spiral has a "mouth" with an inner spiral that holds iron snuggly yet "insert" is simple and smooth.
I saw people refer to the sponge being "flimsy". It simply needs to be hydrated, its that kind of a sponge. Its not lush or anything but perfectly adequate.
Bottom line, to my own surprise, its a keeper.
This holder is good quality and I would buy it again.