Weller is known for making the best soldering gun and the 9400 model continues that tradition with the soldering power and cutting quickness.
Why the Weller Soldering Gun is the Best
Weller is known as the best in soldering guns and the 9400 model is awesome. This gun features three LED lights for better views of your soldering projects. It cuts in less than 6 seconds and comes with three tips. Perhaps the best part—it comes with a 7-year warranty. It’s lightweight at 3 pounds and there’s a hex wrench stored on the grip to make changing tips easier.
Weller Soldering Gun: How it Works
The dual watt gun will deliver 140 watts with the trigger halfway pulled and 100 watts when it’s pulled entirely. It’s great for heavy duty projects and as well as smaller projects like hobby models, small appliances, small engine repairs, crafts, audio systems, electrical, marine, jewelry, and automotive.
This gun is not recommended for micro-components, electronic kits, low voltage wiring, PCBs, radio-controlled devices, or indoor lighting.
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Originally Published: March 18, 2019
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