Hakko FX-888DX
A precise, proven bench station for hobby and repair work at a fair price. Pick a cartridge station instead if you solder heavy joints often.
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65 W480 °CHakko T18
3.2/5
A low-cost T12 cartridge station for tinkerers who are comfortable sourcing a mains cord.
- 72 WPower
- 480 °CTop temperature
- Hakko T12 cartridgeTips
Check price at Amazon$79.99
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- T12 cartridges heat to 300 °C in about 8 seconds
- Auto sleep and standby protect tips
- Aluminum case and OLED display
Cons
- The listing says no power plug is included, so it may need a cord before use
- No warranty published
- ESD safety not stated
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | T12 V3.1S |
|---|---|
| Soldering iron | |
| Iron power | 72 W |
| Temperature range | 50-480 °C (122-896 °F) |
| Heat-up time (not scored) | 8 s (to 300 °C) |
| Tip system | Hakko T12 cartridge |
| Tips included | Yes |
| Features | |
| Display | OLED |
| Ports | 1 |
| Auto sleep or standby | Yes |
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