Hakko FX-888D soldering station , question !

hi members , i just ordered a Hakko FX-888D soldering station and i have a question. I currently have 2 irons atm 1 is 20 watt and the other is 25 watt.

what temps do the 20-25 watt roughly hit so i can program them in to the new Hakko ?

http://www.hakko.com/english/products/hakko_fx888d_maintenance.html#productNav

 

The temperature of the fixed wattage irons depends upon the heating element. The Hakko will be able to deliver more power (wattage) when needed to maintain the temperature to melt the solder for you. If you move to a smaller joint the temperature will be maintained. Move to a larger connection that needs more power the fX888d's temperature will be maintained.

Check the specs of the irons. Some heating elements if user replaceable have the wattage and temperature rating printed on them.

Really depends on the solder you use as to the temperature to set on the Hakko.

 

thanks Chaos well said , the 20 watt iron print has rubbed off from use and the 25 watt doesn't say anything about temps. That's cool though i will do some experimenting , i remember how each iron behaves and i should be able to match them (melting time) on the Hakko.

 

The fixed resistive heater irons tend to be much too hot, thus making it easy to damage components and yourself.
For leaded solder i would suggest 330°C as a starting point, if you use lead-free then toss it out as it's a pain in the ass to work with.

 

I wonder how that compares to my
https://www.jaycar.com.au/25-watt-240v-soldering-iron/p/TS1465