thanks for the video TETC, I hadn't heard of JBC Tools before. Seem to carry quite a price tag, so am not surprised the quality and features were good. Keep the videos coming TETC!
Thanks TP, I appreciate your sincere appreciation. Man this JBC Soldering Station is very, very high quality. It’s so advanced it’s truly for the professional. I’m looking forward for the comparison video 👍
I own 2 JBC's (CD and NAE). I too initially purchased a CD-B, then purchased the small precision hand piece as well (So it can switch between being a CD-B or CD-S), which I find a seriously versatile combo (given the very wide range of tips). The NAE is one of those "niche" products that I definitely use, but it's very expensive, has a somewhat awkward design, and tends to simply sit around unless absolutely needed to access really difficult to rework PCB's (e.g. mobile phones, USB flash memory, key fobs, etc.). The remaining JBC stations I didn't find a good fit for my use (as well as being seriously expensive). I've also used comparable Hakko and Weller WX series products and whilst they're great quality, I find myself constantly going back to my JBC CD and NAE. One complaint I hear from a variety of JBC users is a "short tip life." That certainly can be true, however, I don't use the "brass wool", "damp sponge", and/or any sort of abrasive, harsh temp shock, or highly acidic tip cleaning techniques unless absolutely necessary (which is extremely rare). I use a folded kimwipe to brush contaminated solder off of the hot tip into a small collection canister, which has allowed me to retain my tips over 3 years with constant use. I also set my tip temperature only as high as necessary for the work I perform.
Dyaxxis, you’re a true professional, I know it because I’m one. I can read it in your commentary you’re highly skilled. Now I just learned something from you, you just taught me how to prolong the life of my soldering tips. Man that’s why it’s so important for professionals to communicate. That’s why I’m always asking for my viewers to leave a comment, because we can learn from each other and those who are inspiring to become more knowledgeable can read and advance themselves. Thanks Dyaxxis for your professional input sir.👍🏿💪🤔💯
I've been eyeballing an X-Tronics 5040-XR3 - Both the hot air and the iron use aircraft style connectors (most hot airs are hard wired) and a preheating station with a stand to hold the air gun, and uses Hakko T18 tips like your fx888 iron. I've also been eyeballing the Hakko FX-951 with the 2028 and 2032 micro iron. not sure if I like the hot tweezers. Really if its small enough to go for a micro iron, it's probably time for hot air with my aging eyes though.
I don't know the brand personally, but some people I talk to on electronics forums say they are good. I personally like Weller soldering irons. I keep one in my tool bag and have a digital one on my bench. Likewise, I agree, knowing how to solder is really important. You never know when you'll need to solder back on a loose wire on a switch or solder together two wires that were cut.
I've heard of JVC, they've got a pretty good reputation from what I remember. I have a YIHUA 928D-III 110w portable digital heavy duty iron, it's pretty good - heats up super fast, decent recovery time so you don't have to nuke parts - but their lighter duty (65w) version takes Hakko T18 tips, so replacements aren't going to evaporate anytime soon. The one I got I don't think has any interchange.
A JBC? 😲 All electronics techs dream.
I see why this soldering station is a force to reckon with 💪💪💪
We really need to see a two part of this video sir, it seems to have lots more functions once again good video keep posting .
I looking forward to the comparison video also. As soon as I get the first opportunity I’ll post it. Stay tuned and thanks for watching 👍👍👍
thanks for the video TETC, I hadn't heard of JBC Tools before. Seem to carry quite a price tag, so am not surprised the quality and features were good. Keep the videos coming TETC!
Thanks TP, I appreciate your sincere appreciation. Man this JBC Soldering Station is very, very high quality. It’s so advanced it’s truly for the professional. I’m looking forward for the comparison video 👍
The trick with JBC for the home gamer is to get a station used.
The Gossen Metrawatt of soldering stations. Nice!
It’s a very, very nice soldering station 👍🏿, I agree.
Nice nice 👌
I agree Ruben, it’s much better than I imagined 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
Thank you for your Service
Thank you David for your sincere appreciation 👍🏽
Greatest Tools i love jbc ❤️
I agree ☝️, it’s the best soldering station I ever use and owned 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
I own 2 JBC's (CD and NAE). I too initially purchased a CD-B, then purchased the small precision hand piece as well (So it can switch between being a CD-B or CD-S), which I find a seriously versatile combo (given the very wide range of tips). The NAE is one of those "niche" products that I definitely use, but it's very expensive, has a somewhat awkward design, and tends to simply sit around unless absolutely needed to access really difficult to rework PCB's (e.g. mobile phones, USB flash memory, key fobs, etc.). The remaining JBC stations I didn't find a good fit for my use (as well as being seriously expensive). I've also used comparable Hakko and Weller WX series products and whilst they're great quality, I find myself constantly going back to my JBC CD and NAE.
One complaint I hear from a variety of JBC users is a "short tip life." That certainly can be true, however, I don't use the "brass wool", "damp sponge", and/or any sort of abrasive, harsh temp shock, or highly acidic tip cleaning techniques unless absolutely necessary (which is extremely rare). I use a folded kimwipe to brush contaminated solder off of the hot tip into a small collection canister, which has allowed me to retain my tips over 3 years with constant use. I also set my tip temperature only as high as necessary for the work I perform.
Dyaxxis, you’re a true professional, I know it because I’m one. I can read it in your commentary you’re highly skilled. Now I just learned something from you, you just taught me how to prolong the life of my soldering tips. Man that’s why it’s so important for professionals to communicate. That’s why I’m always asking for my viewers to leave a comment, because we can learn from each other and those who are inspiring to become more knowledgeable can read and advance themselves. Thanks Dyaxxis for your professional input sir.👍🏿💪🤔💯
I've been eyeballing an X-Tronics 5040-XR3 - Both the hot air and the iron use aircraft style connectors (most hot airs are hard wired) and a preheating station with a stand to hold the air gun, and uses Hakko T18 tips like your fx888 iron.
I've also been eyeballing the Hakko FX-951 with the 2028 and 2032 micro iron. not sure if I like the hot tweezers. Really if its small enough to go for a micro iron, it's probably time for hot air with my aging eyes though.
Not a bad idea Perry. Thanks 👍🏿
I don't know the brand personally, but some people I talk to on electronics forums say they are good. I personally like Weller soldering irons. I keep one in my tool bag and have a digital one on my bench. Likewise, I agree, knowing how to solder is really important. You never know when you'll need to solder back on a loose wire on a switch or solder together two wires that were cut.
Right on Tron, great minds do think alike 🤔💪👍🏿
I've heard of JVC, they've got a pretty good reputation from what I remember. I have a YIHUA 928D-III 110w portable digital heavy duty iron, it's pretty good - heats up super fast, decent recovery time so you don't have to nuke parts - but their lighter duty (65w) version takes Hakko T18 tips, so replacements aren't going to evaporate anytime soon. The one I got I don't think has any interchange.