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Old 19th Nov 2017, 8:27 pm   #6
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Default Re: Duratool Desoldering Station

It looks a lot like an Aoyue unit I have.

The arrangement for catching solder is a slightly different arrangement, but is a variation on a theme.

On The Aoyue it seems specifically designed for burned fingers and hot solder splashes if cleaning is done while hot. I also found that the tips wear rapidly and end up being extremely sharp and liable to gouge PCB's

My unit is now relegated to backup use if my Pace unit fails.

Probably good value for money if you can't afford, or don't want to afford, a professional rework station.
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