Weller WS80 User Manual
WS80 SOLDERING STATION
1. Power switch
2. Optical regulator (LED)
3. Rotary potentiometer for setting temperature
(300°F - 850°F)
4. Key switch
5. Connection receptacle for soldering iron
6. Power supply connector
7. Fuse/Holder
WARNING: This product, when used for soldering and
similar applications, produces chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
DESCRIPTION
CONTROL UNIT
The soldering station WS80 is a part of the range of products, which were developed for industrial manufacturing as well
as for the repair and laboratory sector. The analog electronic control system guarantees the best possible control performance for various soldering tools. The high-powered 24 V heating elements make excellent dynamic performance
possible, so that the soldering tools can be used universally.
A grounded soldering iron tip, zero power switch and antistatic design of control unit and iron complete the high quality
standard. The desired temperature can be set by a rotary potentiometer in an infinitely variable range between 300°F850°F.
The set temperature can be locked by the key switch (4) integrated in the front plate. Temperature settings cannot be
changed when the unit is locked. A blinking red LED signals that the preset temperature has been reached - this serves
as an optical regulator. This station meets all applicable MIL-STDs and the J-STD-001B standards.
SOLDERING IRONS
WSP80: The soldering iron WSP80 is characterized by its capacity for reaching the soldering temperature quickly and
precisely. Its slim design and heating power of 80 watts makes universal usage possible - from extremely
fine applications to high-temperature soldering work. Work can be continued immediately after switching
soldering tips, since the temperature is reached again quickly.
See Accessories for additional tools.
CAUTION: (For Removing Tip) turn station OFF before removing tip/retainer. Hold iron tip down to remove
tip retainer and tip.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Dimensions in mm: 166 x 155 x 101 (lxwxh)
Supply voltage (7): 120 V
Power input: 50/60 Hz, 90 watts
Fuse (8): 1 A (5mm x 20mm in power supply receptacle)
Temp. control: 300°F - 850°F
Stability: ±10°F from target value
STARTING
Assemble soldering iron stand. Place the soldering iron in the stand. Insert the soldering iron plug into the receptacle (6) of
the control unit and lock by turning to the right. Check that the power supply corresponds to the specifications on the
nameplate and that the power switch (1) is in the OFF position. Connect the control unit to the power supply. Set the
temperature at the rotary potentiometer (3). Switch on unit at the supply switch (1). Red LED (2) will illuminate. This LED
functions as the optical regulator. Constant illumination means that the system is overheating. The blinking LED signals
that the operating temperature has been reached.
MAINTENANCE
The transition between the heating element/sensor and the tip of the soldering iron may not come in contact with dirt,
foreign particles or become damaged, since this affects the precision of the temperature control.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
For initial heating, coat the selective tinnable tip with solder. This removes any oxidation or dirt on the tip, which may
have occurred during storage. During pauses between soldering and before storing the soldering iron, ensure that the tip
of the soldering iron is well coated. Do not use aggressive fluxing agents.
NOTE: Always ensure the proper position of the soldering iron tip. When removing the tip (HOLD TIP
DOWN)!
These soldering irons have been adjusted for an average-size tip. Temperature deviations can occur due to exchanging
of the tip style or using other tip designs.
SCOPE OF SUPPLY
Control unit
Solder iron WSP80
Power cable
Operating instructions
Soldering iron holder
Illustration: Exploded view, See Page 3
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