20-12-2012, 10:00 AM
Yes!
7 is normal, 8 is hotter and good for Lead-free if you're feeling masochistic and 9 is for breaking things.
The Heat input to the tip remains the same old 48W no matter which bit you use.
Fat bits have more heat capacity and long thin ones, while useful for getting at tiny components in confined spaces, tend to be relatively cool at the far end.
Alan
7 is normal, 8 is hotter and good for Lead-free if you're feeling masochistic and 9 is for breaking things.
The Heat input to the tip remains the same old 48W no matter which bit you use.
Fat bits have more heat capacity and long thin ones, while useful for getting at tiny components in confined spaces, tend to be relatively cool at the far end.
Alan
