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[–] oldfart@lemm.ee 23 points 14 hours ago (1 children)

Finally, an usecase for USB irons!

[–] Bronzie@sh.itjust.works 6 points 10 hours ago* (last edited 9 hours ago) (2 children)

I just got one, and it’s so practical with a PD battery bank. Can now solder inside or outside on my car/bike with zero hazzle

[–] Duamerthrax@lemmy.world 1 points 2 hours ago

I love my Pinecil. I recommend them to kids as a beginner iron cause of the low price and sleep function.

[–] oldfart@lemm.ee 1 points 5 hours ago (1 children)

I have one too, I like the idea of it but can't solder with it. For any serious work I use my old transformer iron that has enough power to melt the solder.

[–] Bronzie@sh.itjust.works 1 points 5 hours ago (1 children)

Sure, a Weller station will probably last a lifetime even with serious usage, but I do maybe…. 20 total solder joint per year, so I couldn’t justify the price.

I do agree that it’s better at what it’s supposed to do though

[–] oldfart@lemm.ee 2 points 4 hours ago* (last edited 4 hours ago) (1 children)

Not quite a Weller station, but also will last a lifetime ;)

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Edit: I'm aware that USB irons are good and I'm just shit at using them

[–] Bronzie@sh.itjust.works 2 points 3 hours ago

I really appreciate that you took the time to take a photo to show us your iron. It’s nice to get the more personal touch as I keep forgetting we are real people talking together.

It looks like an old clenodium. I’m sure it has seen its fair share of work. Thanks for sharing!