Aoyue 9378 Pro
A flexible hobby station for users who want to add tweezers or other Aoyue tools later.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
60 W480 °CAoyue T-Series
2.8/5
An entry induction station for anyone who wants Metcal-style fixed-temperature tips without the Metcal price. Hobbyists who like dialing in temperatures should pick a conventional station.
- 50 WPower
- ±1.1 °CStability
- Thermaltronics K Series cartridgeTips
Check price at Amazon$159.99
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Induction tips hold temperature within ±1.1 °C with no overshoot
- Nothing to calibrate or set, so it suits training benches
- Small 12 V power unit takes little bench space
Cons
- Tip temperature is fixed by the cartridge, so changing it means buying another tip
- No display
- 50 W RF rating looks low next to resistive stations, though induction heating delivers it efficiently
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 | TMT-1000S-K |
|---|---|
| Soldering iron | |
| Iron power | 50 W |
| Idle stability | ±1.1 °C |
| Tip system | Thermaltronics K Series cartridge |
| Tips included | Yes |
| Features | |
| Display | none |
| Ports | 1 |
| ESD safe | Yes |
| Auto sleep or standby | Yes |
| Preset temperatures | None |
| Calibration | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 1.5 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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