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.
Amazon $159.99
A basic, sturdy hobby station for occasional through-hole and wire soldering on a tight budget.
- 480 °CTop temperature
- YIHUA 900MTips
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Cheapest station here, with a metal front panel and stand
- Takes widely sold 900M-style tips
- ESD safe
- No real power rating published, only “75W equivalent”
- No sleep mode or presets listed
- Slip-on tips heat slower than cartridges
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | 939D+ |
|---|---|
| Soldering iron | |
| Temperature range | 200-480 °C (392-896 °F) |
| Tip system | YIHUA 900M |
| Tips included | Yes |
| Features | |
| Display | LED |
| Ports | 1 |
| ESD safe | Yes |
| Preset temperatures | None |
| Calibration | Yes |
| Build | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this type
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