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Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station (Genuine) $185.90 Delivered @ Mektronics

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Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station (Genuine) $185.90 Delivered @ Mektronics
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patzorz on 07/12/2020 - 13:17 mektronics.com.au (2903 clicks)
Last edited 07/12/2020 - 15:13 by 1 other user

38 in stock left seems like they are stocking up more xD
$169 excluding GST (sneaky buggers) + free shipping over $150
Includes Roll of Solder MC344
- Would recommend T18-C2 tip if you're using it for soldering keyboard switches.
- Should come with T18-D16 tip as default? correct me if im wrong.

Hakko FX-888D + ESD Mat
https://www.mektronics.com.au/hakko-fx-888d-digital-solderin…
- Probs better to just order an ESD Mat off ebay.

Hakko FX-888D Digital Soldering Station (Genuine) Features
Excellent thermal recovery - Heater output has been increased by 30% compared to that of the conventional models HAKKO 936/937. Also FX-888D delivers excellent thermal recovery by using T18 series tips for their terrific heat conductivity.This allows soldering at a lower set temperature and reducing the thermal impact on components as well as tip oxidation that can shorten tip life.

Small footprint - Compact station body requires a space of only 100 (W) x 120 (D) mm. What's more, points that come into contact with the floor are positioned as close to the outer edge of the body as possible to improve stability and make the station difficult to fall over

Simple and easy operation - With only two operation buttons of UP and ENTER in the centre, operation is simple and easy. Even if you're not familiar with operation of machines, you can operate it without difficulty.

Digital display - The FX-888D's digital display makes it easy to check the set temperature at a glance.

Password function - Settings can be locked using a password to prevent them from being changed unexpectedly. Of course, it is possible to restrict all setting changes or prevent users from switching to particular modes. It allows you to choose a style of usage best suited for your worksite.

Preset mode - This feature is very convenient when you want to change the set temperature to suit a particular workpiece, component, or tip shape. Simply select the desired temperature from a selection of preset temperatures registered in advance. (Up to 5 preset temperatures can be registered.) Preset mode can save your trouble and improve workability.

Electrical & Electronics FX-888D Hakko Soldering Iron Soldering Station

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  • R4 on 07/12/2020 - 15:58
    +2

    This is a Japanese company but where is this product made?

    • unfinishedsentenc on 07/12/2020 - 16:46
      +1

      China. Who cares though, honestly.

      • R4 on 07/12/2020 - 16:52
        +5

        I don't want to get into an argument, but I do.

        I'm trying really hard to buy non-Chinese products.

        My money, my choice.

        • unfinishedsentenc on 07/12/2020 - 20:46
          -1

          Hahaha well you might as well hop off OzBargain as 90% of the stuff here are Chinese made. Of course it's your choice, it's just a stupid one, that's all.

          Think about it, most people say they won't buy it, but do anyway. Is your 'effort' about not buying them going to make a dent to China's GDP? The only one losing out is you as you have to 1. spend more money to find goods made elsewhere, and 2. spend more time looking for these goods. Double whammy mate.

          Ok I get it, it's a collective effort. Bullshit I've heard for the last decade. You do you. Your money, your choice.

          • dtpearson on 08/12/2020 - 06:21
            +1

            @unfinishedsentenc: Yes, 90% of stuff on OzBargain is made in China, but that does not make trying to buy from elsewhere when you can stupid. Let one country dominate the worlds trade and they become a tyrant. Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely.

            • unfinishedsentenc on 08/12/2020 - 10:51

              @dtpearson: This guy says in another thread he's rather pay $50 for a same-quality item than a $10 one made in China. That's just making yourself worse-off. If you don't buy it, somewhere else will. It's simple game theory proven through empirical research: a simple trade-off between the consumers' hurting capacity and their opportunity cost of boycotting makes the potential for success of a boycott quite low.

          • virtual81 on 08/12/2020 - 12:13

            @unfinishedsentenc: Neg's your comment for having a shitty attitude toward R4.
            How someone wants to spend their money is none of your concern.

        • Leeroy Jenkins on 08/12/2020 - 00:08

          I'm curious where you get your clothes from mate. Genuinely curious.

          • R4 on 08/12/2020 - 00:28

            @Leeroy Jenkins: I try to not buy clothes made in China - and fortunately there are many other options - but you know that.

            In my post I said 'trying' not to buy Chinese-made products. Unfortunately, it's not always possible.

  • giventofly on 07/12/2020 - 16:03
    +1

    Ngl, thought it was a gamecube

  • Wayne7497 on 07/12/2020 - 16:11

    FX-888D are made in Maylasia

    Ok for through hole n large smd, but not for small components , its hakko lowest model.

  • WayneOZ on 07/12/2020 - 16:23

    I'm running TS100 and extremely satisfied about this little thing. Is this big guy any better?

    • SteveAndBelle on 07/12/2020 - 16:29
      +2

      Yes, it's designed for long-term use ie. electronics tech bench for many hours a day all week long. If you don't intend to use a soldering iron like that then yes your TS-100 will be A-OK.

      • WayneOZ on 07/12/2020 - 18:29
        +1

        Thanks for that. It's just occasional use so guess I'm good with TS100. Cheers!đź‘Ť

  • TommyGun on 07/12/2020 - 16:29

    Anyone else think this was a toy from the picture at first glance? I was like, oh is this like a "my first soldering iron" toy?! :D

  • Llampy on 07/12/2020 - 17:06
    +1

    not sure if this is a great deal… been looking at this model for a while and it's always been at this price. happy to be proven wrong

  • Jimmoze on 07/12/2020 - 17:16

    Would this soldering iron be good for small delicate jobs in gaming consoles? Have a few old consoles here like the PS2 and XBOX 360 that I've wanted to modify/tinker with over the years.

    Not worried about price or if it's overkill, only interested to know if it's the right style of soldering iron.

    Forgot to also add, is it a good iron for RC work?

    • ratman on 07/12/2020 - 20:18
      +1

      Perfect. It comes with a kind of 'in between' tip - but I bought a fine chisel and a large chisel exactly for fine electronic work (down to 0201 SMD if I accidentally screw up a pcb lol - but 0402 and 0603 no worries), and large tip for doing chunky battery terminals for my RC hobby :)

      • shano on 07/12/2020 - 20:51

        Hey ratman where did you buy the tips from?

        • ratman on 07/12/2020 - 21:12
          +1

          Also from mektronics. I'd highly recommend chisel tips for all work.

      • Jimmoze on 07/12/2020 - 20:56

        Thanks for your input. Which exact Hakko tips should I be looking for when using on consoles and RC?

        • ratman on 07/12/2020 - 21:13
          +1

          Chisel tips for sure. I us 1.2mm for fine work, and I tink 2.4 or 3.2 when you are soldering something that can sink a lot of heat. 1.6 for general work.

    • Praeto on 07/12/2020 - 18:11
      +4

      You negged a deal not because it's a bad deal for the product, but because there are cheaper products out there? That's incredibly unhelpful. You're supposed to be rating the deal. If you want to share your thoughts on the product, just do it in the comments.

      For the record, I actually I own both this Hakko unit and the TS100.. and I use the Hakko unit 90% of the time. The TS100 pretty much only gets used when I need something to run off a lithium battery in the field. I've also had the TS100 replaced twice because it keeps dying.

      • SEasternCry on 07/12/2020 - 18:40

        That's my bad, though objectively speaking we're dealing with soldering irons here and we aren't all limited to one choice. I would've almost pulled the trigger here and spent more money if I hadn't spent the extra time researching on alternatives which is what matters to me at least when it comes to being finding a bargain and being on budget.
        As for the TS100, how has the replacement been? Is it holding up

        • fantombloo on 07/12/2020 - 19:21
          +1

          because a soldering station is not needed early on

          An easy way to discourage someone from enjoying assembling electronics is to give them a shitty iron. I'm not saying this hakko is the one, but I've never used a good iron (for electronics / PCBs) that wasn't part of a station. The feel, weight, power, temp regulation of a standalone is usually yucky for electronics.

          • SEasternCry on 07/12/2020 - 19:37

            @fantombloo: That may be the case especially for cheaper knock-offs, though if you do enough research potentially there are a few that work well. Reddit seems to have a large bulk of the online electronics community including Louis Rossman who has recommended such a product as the TS100. Seriously guys, if there were no other alternatives that are also recommended there, I would've definitely pulled the trigger on this hakko.

            • SteveAndBelle on 07/12/2020 - 20:15
              +1

              @SEasternCry: Two completely different irons for completely different use so there's no point even bothering to compared them.

        • Praeto on 07/12/2020 - 20:16
          +2

          After the second replacement, I no longer trust it all that much.. So while I still use it in the field if I have a particularly bad crash with one of my quads, all my other work is done on the station at home with the Hakko. I also have the Hakko FA-400 setup at home to deal with smoke, so it's my prefered option.

          Oh, and in case there's any confusion.. No one cares whether you chose this product or not, it's just bad form to neg the deal for the reasons you specified. Telling people there are other options to consider is perfectly reasonable and usually appreciated.

          • Leeroy Jenkins on 07/12/2020 - 20:45

            @Praeto: Looking to upgrade sometime to FX-950 or FX-951? I too feel the quality of TS100 is lacking too much from personal experiences. My main iron is a Quick 205 high frequency induction iron that works wonders. Nearly pulled the trigger on a FX-950 a while back before getting the Quick (yeah I hate 951 UI with a passion), but then realised Quick do very high quality products and ended up with one.

            My next thing is a Quick 861DW hot air gun or its successor when I get the budget for it..

          • SEasternCry on 07/12/2020 - 21:09

            @Praeto: I've revoked the neg already. No need to escalate further. Perhaps it's just a disagreement in opinion.
            Need to conform to Ozbargain's beehive mindset. haha

      • Leeroy Jenkins on 07/12/2020 - 20:39
        +1

        I've also had the TS100 replaced twice because it keeps dying.

        This!

        My TS-100's screen died after 2 years of occasional use.

        It's simply a hobby iron that isn't reliable enough for medium/heavy/professional use. There's simply no comparison.

        • SteveAndBelle on 07/12/2020 - 21:01

          SAME! I actually thought it was something silly I did but yes, my screen died after only about a year. Doesn't affect its operation and I'm still using it but that's pretty poor form if it's a widespread issue.

          • Leeroy Jenkins on 07/12/2020 - 21:15

            @SteveAndBelle: Unlucky! The warranty is just one year! Miniware apparently know what they are doing!

            I spoke to them to see if they were willing to repair it for me but they refused to do anything cuz it's outside of warranty period. Fair enough! However, they were happy to charge me $5US + $5US shipping for a replacement screen that actually costs less than $1. I was like (profanity) it. Screw you guys! Apparently they are trying to make money out of these replacement screens instead of owning up to their design mistake (it was prob a deliberate mistake) and sending them out at cost price. I'd be happy to pay a couple of dollars for the screen plus shipping. It wouldn't be too different from what they offered, but it was the way they do it that swayed me away from them. US$5 for this screen is ridiculous.

            That level of service is quite poor compared to some other companies I've dealt with, like Brymen.

            Anyway, no more Miniware products for me. They are just toys.

          • SEasternCry on 07/12/2020 - 21:16

            @SteveAndBelle: What brand were your guys' ts-100?

            • SteveAndBelle on 07/12/2020 - 21:27

              @SEasternCry: Miniware

              As you can see I have multiples (three in total) so I'm not too bothered :) They are great little irons… even with the faults but they just cannot be compared with a HAKKO station.

              • SEasternCry on 07/12/2020 - 22:13

                @SteveAndBelle: Wow that's amazing. Really got me thinking between the two just for a very casual hobbiest's use. Think I will get the miniware ts80p for now and hope the QC isn't too bad. Found a nice review of it here random reviewer in the
                [Oceania] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xy3Jg_Wukg)
                Besides, has the bonus I can use it for slaying zombies in an apocalypse.HAHAAH

  • Austrian Oak on 07/12/2020 - 18:45

    Does this come with an Australian plug or adapter? photo shows an adapter.

    Are they compliant?

    • ratman on 07/12/2020 - 20:17
      +2

      yes, all aussie stock and warranty, genuine hakko etc etc. The photo isn't an adapter, but just an indication of the plug. source: I have been buying gear from mektronics for years.

  • funnysht on 07/12/2020 - 21:48

    looks like a kids toy

  • CalmLemons on 07/12/2020 - 22:10
    +1

    i just want to trying soldering mech keyboards.

    should i start with this or just grab a jaycar one?

    considering mech keyboards cost $300-500 i don't want to save $100 to destroy $500.

    • pjetson on 09/12/2020 - 08:07

      If you're new to soldering, and using any of the soldering stations being discussed here, it's not likely that the particular brand that you use is going to be the reason for any "destroying" that happens. Soldering is a craft - you can't expect to be perfect at any craft the first time out.

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