When working with radio equipment, special devices are required, the quality of which directly affects the ease of use and the accuracy of soldering. When choosing a set of tools, it is necessary to take into account:
- Soldering mat
- Antistatic tweezers
- Capture for details
- Auxiliary clamp "Third hand"
- Soldering Iron Stands
- Stand No. 1
- Stand No. 2
- Sting cleaning
- Sponges
- Grid
- Tin solder
- Braid for removing solder
- Replacement Soldering Iron Tips
- Auto-soldering iron
- Power Adjustable Soldering Iron
- 2 in 1 Soldering Station
- manufacturing materials - they must be resistant to mechanical stress;
- build quality - affects the service life of devices;
- Ergonomics - the thought-over form simplifies work with tools.
The famous AliExpress trading platform has a special section for radio enthusiasts. If you wish, you can buy a lot of useful, practical things on the site designed to perform various tasks.
In order not to waste your valuable time searching and comparing products, we have prepared a useful overview of the most interesting, high-quality, proven devices created specifically for amateur radio enthusiasts.
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It is made of heat-resistant silicone and is used as the main working surface for soldering. The material is resistant to external influences, does not corrode, is strong enough and durable.
The surface of the mat has various protrusions, compartments. They can store soldering iron accessories. The reverse side of the mat has a ribbed surface, so it does not slip during operation. Suitable for soldering mounting and electronic boards.
| Price | US $ 28.68 - 1,463.12 |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 1334 |
| Orders | 3142 |
Antistatic tweezers
Suitable for taking or holding small fasteners, parts, radio elements. The antistatic surface allows you to not be afraid of discharges. The tweezers have a convenient shape, it is pleasant to hold in your hand.
The fixture is made of durable rust-resistant metal. It can be used during welding work of varying complexity. These tweezers are suitable for radio amateurs and professional engineers working in industrial conditions.
| Price | 68.27 - 74.83 rubles |
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| Rating | 4,8 |
| Reviews | 2280 |
| Orders | 2960 |
Capture for details
If you work with the smallest details for which even tweezers are not suitable, get this convenient capture. Its design is simple, practical. At the end there are 4 thin paws that are pulled apart by pressing a button. The capture is reliable, strong.
The tool is made in the form of a compact thin pen. It is easily held in the palm of your hand, does not slip, does not fall out of the hands. Suitable for righties and lefties.
| Price | $ 78.77 |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 262 |
| Orders | 380 |
Auxiliary clamp "Third hand"
An interesting fixture. A tripod equipped with fasteners for electrical boards and radio components, having the following parts:
- a magnifying glass providing a good view;
- flexible leg, allowing you to change the position of the magnifier;
- LED illumination of the workspace;
- built-in soldering tool.
Suitable for craftsmen working with all kinds of circuits, electrical components. Allows you to completely free your hands for work. Provides reliable fixation of parts during soldering.
| Price | US $ 1.29 - 530.38. |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 494 |
| Orders | 822 |
Soldering Iron Stands
Now consider the devices designed specifically for the soldering iron. As in previous cases, they are simple and convenient.
Stand No. 1
Ergonomic, reliable, practical - this stand is designed specifically for solder lovers. It is suitable for both home use and work. For convenient and quick cleaning of the tip of the soldering iron from solder, a special sponge located in the niche is used.
The stand is equipped with a curved steel arc with a protrusion for the soldering iron. This greatly simplifies the work with the tool. The main advantage is that this stand does not have moving elements, so its service life is practically unlimited.
| Price | $ 59.74 |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 938 |
| Orders | 1127 |
Stand No. 2
A simplified version that fits in the palm of your hand. Compactness is the main advantage of this device. The stand is made of heat-resistant material. It is strong, durable.
The kit includes a sponge designed for wiping work surfaces after soldering. Thanks to a special design, fixing the soldering iron is reliable, high-quality, accurate. The stand does not slip; it is suitable for electric soldering irons of various types.
| Price | $ 130.63 |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 1798 |
| Orders | 3588 |
Sting cleaning
Removing solder residues from a soldering iron tip is a necessary procedure. If this is not done, then the soldering will be of poor quality, up to the loss of contact on the circuit. To avoid such incidents, use these useful tools.
Sponges
Provide quick cleaning of the tip of the soldering iron without leaving fibers and small debris on it. The set includes 10 sponges, due to which tangible savings are achieved on the purchase of consumables.
Sponges are made of heat-resistant material. They are compatible with soldering irons and various fixtures designed for small welding jobs.
| Price | 49.89 rubles |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 2044 |
| Orders | 3243 |
Grid
Used for prompt and high-quality cleaning of the soldering iron. The grid is a twisted copper wire that removes solder without residue. Suitable for reusable use.
This accessory provides gentle solder cleaning. The mesh does not damage the tip of the soldering iron, ensuring a long service life.
| Price | 51.86 - 320.98 rubles |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 1872 |
| Orders | 2992 |
Tin solder
Used for high-quality, reliable soldering. Made of lead-tin alloy, therefore provides good electrical conductivity. Solder is easy to use. The wire is wound on a plastic drum, so it can be carried with you or stored in a tool box. Does not take up much space.
Refractory solder. When working with it, it is recommended to heat up the soldering iron to +300 degrees Celsius.
| Price | US $ 1.21 - 219.90 |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 3020 |
| Orders | 8254 |
Braid for removing solder
Using this convenient braid, you can quickly remove all the solder without residue. She delicately works with a soldering iron without damaging it. Available in various widths: 1.5–3.5 mm.
Using this braid helps save time when working with a soldering iron, allows you to remove flux residues. The tool has good thermal conductivity, corrosion protection, resistance to oxidation.
| Price | 57.77 - 62.36 rubles |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 8949 |
| Orders | 15795 |
Replacement Soldering Iron Tips
Masters, often working with a soldering iron, require special interchangeable devices that help to carry out delicate work in difficult conditions. Using these tips, you can attach the smallest details to microcircuits, making contact reliable, durable.
Tips are made of quality material. They are resistant to wear and tear and retain their original shape for a long time. They have various types of points, which allows you to select a tip for the nature of the task.
| Price | $ 112.25 |
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| Rating | 4,8 |
| Reviews | 918 |
| Orders | 3401 |
Auto-soldering iron
Often, specialists encounter difficulties in applying solder. This procedure takes a lot of time, distracts from work. Using a soldering iron equipped with an automatic solder feed function, you can forget about this.
You can adjust the material feed rate, control the quality of soldering, contact thickness and other parameters. The soldering iron has a convenient ergonomic shape, easily lies in the hand. The auto-feed function of the solder does not constrain movement, allowing you to fully concentrate on work.
| Price | RUB 1,111.94 |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 1009 |
| Orders | 2828 |
Power Adjustable Soldering Iron
This tool is designed for voltage in the range 110–220 V. It allows you to adjust the temperature, achieving excellent results. The tip is high-quality, durable, made of wear-resistant alloy. The handle of the soldering iron is thought out to the smallest detail, it fits nicely in the palm of your hand. Due to its balanced weight, you can work with a soldering iron for a long time without feeling discomfort or feeling tired.
| Price | US $ 3.99 - 7.90. |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 8572 |
| Orders | 19062 |
2 in 1 Soldering Station
An ultra-modern soldering station designed for experienced craftsmen. Its main advantage is 2 working tools, which helps to choose the type of soldering depending on the complexity of the work.
This soldering station comes complete with all the necessary accessories that may be required during soldering. The power is regulated using a special electronic unit, as well as other operating parameters, and you can check the indicators using a liquid crystal display. The kit includes a sponge for cleaning the soldering iron, solder and a lot of other useful devices.
| Price | 3,476.95 - 4,397.22 rubles. |
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| Rating | 4,9 |
| Reviews | 793 |
| Orders | 1444 |
Neighing over the first soldering iron stand, it turns out how it happens when a pan is ordered, and a toy comes ... In reality, this stand is the size of 5 rubles))