Best Mini Soldering Station in India for Mobile Phone Repairing

Best Mini Soldering Station Iron for Mobile Repair, Hobbyists, Electronics Circuit Boards Repairing.

Here I will discuss about Best Mini Soldering Station in India and Soldering Iron for Mobile Phone Repairing, Hobbyists and Electronics Circuit Boards Repairing. There are so many good and popular soldering station brands like – Goot, Weller, Hakko, Aoyue, Kendal, ERSA, Plato, X-Tronic, Sealody etc. With so many popular companies and brands manufacturing different types of soldering station and soldering iron, it is not easy to select the best mini soldering station for Electronics Hobbyists and Professional Circuit Boards Repair jobs.

Top 10 Best Mini Soldering Station Brands in the World

Here is List of Top 10 Best Mini Soldering Station Brands in the World:

1. Goot 2. Weller 3. Hakko 4. ERSA
5. X-Tronic 6. Sealody 7. Aoyue 8. Kendal
9. Plato 10. Baku
Popular and Best Soldering Station Brands

Popular & Best Soldering Station Brands

How to Select the Best Mini Soldering Station?

I have been in the electronics industry for over 15 years now and I can tell that not all soldering stations of all brands are same. A cheap Chinese soldering station can never compete the performance of an expensive and trusted brand. Buying a little expensive soldering station is a kind of long time investment.

Lead-Free Soldering

With the imposition of RoHS (Restriction of Hazardious Substances) by the European Union, more and more electronic manufacturing companies around the world are shifting to lead-free (No lead in Solder Wire, Bar or Paste). Melting point of different composition of lead-free solder is different but definitely higher than melting point of regular leaded solder wire (63/37 or 60/40). This means that the mini soldering station must be of higher wattage and offer faster thermal recovery for lead-free soldering.

ESD-Safe

Also more and more SMD electronic components are now been used in most circuit boards replacing through hole components. These SMD electronic components are very sensitive to static electricity (ESD) and can easily damage. So, there is always a risk of the PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) getting Fail. So, the soldering station should also be ESD Safe.

SMD and Through Hole Soldering

Most modern gadgets and devices like, Mobile Cell Phone, Tablets, Laptops, LED TV etc have SMD electronic components to make the devices and gadgets slimmer and smaller. In order to work on circuit boards of all these devices and gadgets, the technician should be able to change / replace the soldering iron tip of the soldering station, so that he or she can solder both SMD and Thru-Hole Components. So, the soldering station should offer different shapes of the soldering tip suitable for both SMD soldering and through hole soldering.

Mini Soldering Station should be Mini

Lastly, a mini soldering station should be really mini and not of the shape and size of a regular soldering station.

Best Mini Soldering Station in India

Though brands like Weller, Hakko, Aoyue, Kendal, ERSA, Plato, X-Tronic, Sealody etc have some really popular Models of soldering station and soldering iron, but none of them have a good Model of Mini Soldering Station.

Goot Model: PX-501 and PX-501AS

Goot, a Japanese Brand and Manufacturer, offers one of the best economical and very popular Mini Soldering Station. The Model Number is PX-501 and PX-501AS. While the Model PX-501 is Non ESD-Safe, PX-501AS is ESD Safe.

The station unit of this economical soldering station is of 85 Watt and the Soldering Iron Unit is of 80 Watt. It offers super fast heating and excellent thermal recovery during soldering. The 80 Watt soldering iron is suitable for both leaded and lead-free soldering.

  • Remember, a lesser watt soldering station or iron will take more time to heat and thermal recovery during soldering will be slower.
Best Mini Soldering Station in India : Goot PX-501

Best Mini Soldering Station in India : Goot PX-501

Replacement Tips for Goot PX-501 and PX-501AS

There are over 30 different shapes and sizes of replacement soldering tips suitable for both thru-hole and SMD soldering.

Replacement Tips for Goot PX-501 Mini Soldering Station

Replacement Tips for Goot PX-501 Mini Soldering Station

Specification of Goot PX-501 and PX-501AS

Model PX-501 PX-501AS
Voltage 110V, 220–240V AC 50/60Hz
Power Consumption 85W
Power Cord Length 1.5m
Temperature Setting Range 250–450°C
Ripple temperature ±5?C (unloaded)
Insulation Resistance Over 100M? (500V DC)
Accessories  Soldering Iron Tip (PX-60RT-B)
Control Unit:
Output Voltage 110V, 220–240V AC
Dimensions 100(W) × 57(H) × 85(D)mm 48(W) × 31(H) × 130(D)mm
Weight 266g 75g
Soldering Iron:
Voltage / Power Consumption 110V, 220–240V AC /80W
Ground Resistance Less than 2 Ohms
Leak Voltage Less than 2mV
Heater Ceramic heater
Cord Length 1.2m
Length 195mm (with PX-60RT-B)
Weight 41g (with PX-60RT-B)

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Mini Soldering Station FAQs

When choosing a mini soldering station, there are a few factors to consider.

  1. First, consider the type of work you will be doing and the temperature range required. Look for a station with a temperature control unit that can reach the temperature needed for your specific project.
  2. Second, consider the wattage of the soldering iron. A higher wattage will provide more power and heat up faster, but it may also be more expensive.
  3. Finally, look for a station that is durable and well-built, with a comfortable grip on the soldering iron and a stable stand.

While mini soldering stations are designed for small-scale soldering projects, they can still be used for larger projects if you are willing to work more slowly and carefully. However, if you plan to work on larger projects frequently, you may want to invest in a larger soldering station that can provide more power and a larger working area.

To properly care for your mini soldering station, always use the stand to hold the iron when not in use, and avoid leaving it plugged in for extended periods of time. Clean the tip of the soldering iron regularly with a damp sponge or cloth, and apply a small amount of solder to the tip before storing it to prevent oxidation. Finally, store the station in a cool, dry place when not in use.

Yes, mini soldering stations can be used for a variety of projects, including jewelry-making and other non-electronic tasks. However, be sure to use the appropriate solder and follow the instructions carefully to avoid damaging your materials. Additionally, be sure to use the appropriate safety equipment, such as eye protection and heat-resistant gloves, when working with a soldering iron.

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Santosh Das

Santosh is an Electronics Geek, Blogger, Young Entrepreneur and Founder of this Mobile Phone Repairing Website. Santosh possesses vast experience in the field of electronics, telecommunication, Soldering, SMT, ESD Safety, Keep visiting for daily dose of Tips and Tutorials.

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