Hakko FM204-CP Conversion Port for $640.36 + free shipping
The Hakko FM-204 is a "self-contained" desoldering station with all the "soldering" functionality of the FM-203 in a single-port station.
- Built in vacuum pump
- Temperature range 200 - 450°C (400 - 840°F)
- Temperature accuracy ±15°C
- Quick-change composite nozzles (N3 series)
- Gun or Pencil-style desoldering handpiece
- Sleep mode functionality
- Nozzles are NOT included
Note: The FM-204 and FM204-CP (Conversion Port) are "SINGLE PORT" stations, meaning, ONLY ONE HANDPIECE can be used at a time. (You cannot use the soldering handpiece and desoldering handpiece at the same time.)
Number: FM204-CP (Conversion Port) Note: The FM-204 ships with one (1) FM2024-02 desoldering tool and one (1) FM2027-03 soldering handpiece.
So, I may be wrong and feel free to correct me on this, but isn't this just a $640 adjustable temp soldering iron? Seems a little pricy to me...
@pkrzycki: It has a vacuum pump for desoldering. Too bad the tips aren't included.
Hakko is good stuff; expect to pay > $100 for a good soldering iron (Metcal, Hakko, X-Tronic [X-Tronic isn't in the same league, but if it keeps working it'll performs ok).
I still like Metcal ($500 MSRP!) best because the interchangable tips work soo much better than the other guys (grab and pull out using a silicone pad -- no unscrewing or other nonsense).

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