The new Weller® WD1002 soldering station features an 85-watt, single-channel power unit with three programmable presets and a large LCD display for easy operation.  The three independent and fully programmable preset buttons allow users to select a preset temperature for each.

The WD1002 features a large (67mm x 29mm), high-contrast LCD display that simultaneously shows the currently selected temperature and the temperature that has been programmed for each of the three preset buttons.

The operation of the buttons is similar to the station selection buttons on a car radio … just set the temperature to the desired setting, press and hold any of the buttons for two seconds, and that button is preset to that temperature.  The programming range of the buttons is anywhere within the station’s temperature range of 150°F to 850°F.  A button can be preset to the user’s favorite idle temperature, allowing them to instantly activate a feature that saves both tip life and power, even before the station activates it automatically.

The station also comes with a powerful 80-watt pencil that allows rapid production when working with lead-free solder, high-mass components, and other demanding applications.  A special silver heating element for low thermal loss and fast recovery makes this pencil ideal for continuous production work.  Also, the pencil can be used with the standard short grip for close-in work, or the optional longer grip.

Also included is a four-position stand that users can adjust to the angle that suits them the best.  The stand has an antistatic finish, to ensure safety against electrostatic discharge, and three tip storage slots. www.cooperhandtools.com