Elenco Soldering Station - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION
The SL-5 series of soldering stations are quality products designed to
give the professional, student and hobbyist greater control in quality
soldering a broad range of soldering situations. The stations are
available with 40 watt soldering irons. The AC receptacle on the back
of the station allows soldering irons of up to 300 watts. The AC
receptacle also allows irons to be easily changed or replaced.
FEATURES
• Heavy Steel, Non-Slip Base
• Iron Holder Funnel - Reversible, left or right side
• Stainless Steel Tray for Sponge Pad
• Sponge Pad
• Power On/Off with Indicator Light
SOLDER STATION MODELS
The following instructions are for the following electronic soldering
stations. The model number of the electronic soldering station that you
have received, is marked on the end of the carton.
Model SL-5 is supplied without an iron.
Model SL-5-40 is supplied with a 40 watt soldering iron,
grounded plug, Model SR-6.
Model SL-5-SPL is custom packaged with an iron of your choice
and other soldering aids.
Replacements and Optional Solder Aids for SL-5
Series Solder Station
40W Soldering Iron SR-6
Conical Tip SR-2T2
Wedge Tip SR-2T
Tip Kit used with SR-6 Soldering Iron TIPK-1
Tip Tinner/ Cleaner TTC-1
Desoldering Wick SW-3
Solder 63/37 Rosin Core .032 dia. 10ft. ST-4A
Solder Ease Kit SE-1
Desoldering Pump SP-2
Tip Sizes
The tip sizes and shapes greatly effects the heating and heat-
recovery. Today, tips are manufactured in a variety of different shapes.
Having a choice of tip styles allows you to choose the one best suited
for your soldering needs.
Shown below is a soldering iron tip package of 5 tip sizes (Model
TIPK-1) that can be used with Elenco’s soldering irons SR-2B and
SR-6. Due to high heat, removable tips can bond themselves to the
heating element if left in place for extended periods. Periodic removal
of the tip is therefore advisable.
1/32” 1/64” 1/16” 1/8” 3/64”
Tip Package Model TIPK-1