Are you able to get replacement solder pencils for this? What kind of heating element does it use?
759273
yes, I don't think you would ever need a replacement, also you get tips with your purchase, and an extra heating element. unit shuts down when not in use for a few min. to save tip and element. I use mine daily, never a problem. Pencils and a wide assortment of tips are avaliable.
759274
You get ten with the set and it looks to me that you can buy as many replacement tips from Aoyue any time you want. I don't have the unit out but it gets hot amazingly fast and precisely so as well.
759275
Mine came with an extra heating element and a multitude of pencils. If you want to buy locally, Radio Shack has everything in soldering available at a premium. Amazon has all of the same stuff at a way better price. Just search for soldering materials and you should find what you need.
759276
the unit came with many solder pencils so I haven't had the need to order replacement yet. The stock pencils are quite fragile so make sure you tint them before storage or they will go bad easily. The heating element is ceramic.
1804373
This soldering iron does not have replaceable tips. It is a solid unit. It only 'looks' like one of Weller's regular replaceable tip irons.
2253617
Call Masterbuilt customer service for replacement parts for the unit. I think I read somewhere that the newer models have replaceable heating elements. I would call the company just to be safe.
2026197
No I purchased cheap solder tool at amazon and I had some difficulty to do it precisely. I just have experience at elementary school. Just one hour but I liked it and just tried in old memory. You should like it because a lot of concentration and patient. Kit has just one size but mine had 15 was broken. I ordered other size at eBay too. See YouTube samples must
1613838
Here's a link to the replacement tip, but it costs more than just buying the scribe tool. I recommend buying another scribe tool. http://www.amazon.com/General-Tools-Instruments-88P-Replacement/dp/B00004T7S2/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1424669654&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=General+Tools+%26+Instruments+88CM+Tungsten+Carbide+Scriber+and+Magnet+replacement+tip
1448890
I would suggest contacting the Westcott company, they may exchange it for a new one, that's what most companies do. I honestly only use mine at home, so we do not sharpen many pencils. Sorry, hopefully this helps!
1640481
The only thing I would do is see if the manufacturer sells replacements. If not then check hardware and hobby lobby type stores. Sorry I don't have a direct answer but hope it helps.
270220
This did not come with solder. Any good rosin cored solder will work, I prefer thinner solders around .5mm.
597234
SAME PROBLEM HERE.. CONTACTED THE VENDOR WITH ABSOLUTELY NO REPONSE OR FOLLOWUP.. In my opinion it's a piece of crap.. I replaced it with Weller ML500MP Mini Butane Soldering Iron.. it works..
113594
Yes, with a spare heater element, and a stand for it as well.I (separately) purchased the Aoyue Soldering Tweezers as well,and the Iron and Tweezers all use the same connector - so they are interchangeable.Which means you could buy an Aoyue soldering tweezer (replacement - ala carte, etc)and use it with the 866 as well...
44294
Gotcha. I wonder if you might have better luck getting a metal smith to fill it in with silver solder... Just a thought.
1649487
Yes, you can refill it with 2mm leads Madcaver. The "pencil" itself is just a lead holder, it opens up and allows you to insert whichever type of lead (F, H, HB, etc.) into the desired length and it holds it in place.
748295
just put a dab of silicone on the end. i really don;t thnk you will find parts available,the item is cheap and replacement parts are probably not available.
1865199
I haven't tried. But it's not s trough it's the heating element. Apparently they are not very helpful with replacements according to other reviews. personally, when mine dies completely I'm getting rid of it.
1964056
I do not believe that this particular version of the kit includes the soldering iron. This appears to be the 'refil' kit. If you are looking for a kit with a soldering iron, try the one from AmeriKit (Learn to Solder) [http://www.amazon.com/Elenco-AmeriKit-Learn-Solder-Kit/dp/B0009Z3JJA/ref=pd_bxgy_t_text_y].
1032061
Make sure you are using the right diameter lead. If it's still not working you have a defective pencil.
1054808
do not use acid core solder on this... i also need a tip... any ideas? amazon says out of stock...