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worth every penny
5.0
I struggled with solder wick on certain repairs. So I got some no-name desolder iron from that site named after a river. That one made bad smells when plugged in and did not do a clean job. So I bit the bullet and got the FR301. Wish I bought it years ago. This makes desoldering a fun activity. Not an emotional rollercoaster as with prior methods. It makes repairs mcu faster since I don't spend 15 minutes swearing at my tools and myself afterwards. Only downside is that there is not a light visible from the back end to let you know the status of the device. There is an LED but its on the front bottom, pointing away from you. Also the little metal thing to rest the iron on is a joke.
Calaverasgrande on
Jan 04, 2024
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Hakko Fr-301
5.0
I trust Hakko after the 20 years of service from my Hakko 808. The FR-301 works even better. Looking forward to the next 20 with this one.
Jim Francis on
Apr 10, 2023
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Hakko FR-301 Desoldering Tool
5.0
Excellent performance and ease of use, from this high quality, well made Hakko product.
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Cliff on
Jan 12, 2023
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
I was skeptical at first over the cost - but after receiving the unit and putting it to work it is worth every cent. The unit is very well constructed and performs exactly as expected. I am re-wiring 100 stop action magnets for a pipe organ and this tool cut my time approximately in half. I'm very pleased.
David Pratt on
Nov 25, 2022
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The Bomb
5.0
This desoldering tool works perfect. I desoldered a 28pin chip and it fell out of the board.
Richard Fort on
Oct 18, 2022
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Top (Desoldering) Gun
5.0
Fast heating. Excellent portability. A breeze to clean. I like not having to be tethered to a separate unit. The quick change shaft is a bonus. I will buy one for my home shop.
Anonymous on
Jun 28, 2022
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Awesome
5.0
If you have read any good reviews on this gem......believe them. This is one product that exceeds expectations. I was amazed how well this thing removed everything I tried it on. If you are in the market for a desoldering tool this thing is truly a gem!!
David Kelly on
Mar 15, 2022
I got a lemon
1.0
Unit died 3 months later, after extremely light use and proper maintenance.
I would have to send it from CR to US for fixing. No further help provided
Had to replace the main PCB not available in HakkoUSA and just to be sure a new heating element from a 3rd party.
The good thing is you can find parts, (hakko USA item is backordered.)
The bad thing is that I got a lemon and that I had to pay for it… I will stay away from hakko products for sure from now on.
is backordered.)
The bad thing is that I got a lemon and that I had to pay for it… I will stay away from hakko products for sure
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Anonymous on
Oct 19, 2021
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No more solder wicks... A must have desoldering tool
5.0
A great tool for the serious electronics service technician. It saves lots of time by making a fast and clean desoldering of through-hole components off of PC boards.
Anonymous on
Sep 21, 2021
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Excelent tool.
5.0
I work on vintage audio gear, this remove solder quickly, with out damaging pads.
I love it
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Anonymous on
Aug 02, 2021
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Believe the hype!
5.0
This gun is outstanding! Follow the instructions on usage and it works lie a charm. Huge time saver. Thanks TEquipment for having it at a great price!
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John W Sweeney on
Jul 25, 2021
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Outstanding product
5.0
The FR-301 is the best desoldering gun in this class. The suction pressure could not be compares with those clone products, strong pressure almost could not miss every shot. Even the gun kit and tips' prices more expensive but the outcome could not be compare or PCB damaged.
Eric Wong on
Jun 27, 2021
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Outstanding!
5.0
Awesome tool, works beyond expectations.
Quick, good vacuum, and easy to clean.
TEquipment is my first choice for all equipment needs.
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Douglas Sherwood on
May 24, 2021
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Great product
5.0
Great product, great store and sellers perfect combination. Thanks TEquipment!!
Aaron Cantu on
Apr 22, 2021
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Works excellent
5.0
trying to desolder mechanical keyboard switches without one is so time consuming and dangerous if you are not skilled. This tool pays for itself after a few uses
Only way to fly on
Apr 01, 2021
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Works Great
5.0
Very Nice
on
Mar 31, 2021
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Way way better than alternatives
5.0
Having used the copper desolder approach and suction approach, this thing is so so much faster, easier and better to use. I do say get a few different sized tips to cover your bases on what you would desolder.. but it really works well. Most of the time.. one suck per solder joint, and the component comes off.
Anonymous on
Mar 18, 2021
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Best Thing Since Shirt Pockets
5.0
I use this on old point to point radios so it does need cleaning more frequently than SMT components but that's ok. It works and works well.
I missed this thing all my life and didn't know it. I love it.
Anonymous on
Mar 12, 2021
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Hakko FR-301 Desoldering Tool
5.0
It is possible to remove solder with a manual de-soldering pump and solder wick, but there is nothing like the speed and ease of the Hakko FR-301 Desoldering Tool. The only downside is the cost. After looking at some cheaper knock-offs of the Hakko product, I decided the money was well-spent on the Hakko. Once you use this tool, you'll never go back to a manual pump.
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Feb 15, 2021
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A fun tool to use!
5.0
This solder sucker makes removing a component fun and quick. Easy to use, component safe, gets all the solder even on double-sided PCB's!
on
Feb 12, 2021
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Awesome - should have bought it years ago
5.0
I hated having to desolder something with a solder sucker (I think I was the sucker...) and/or desoldering braid. Using this thing is so easy. Heat it up, put it over the pin and when the solder melts pull the trigger. My Scottish heritage made me have doubts about the value for dollar. Boy was it wrong. This thing is worth every penny. I spent more than 30 minutes removing one of 3 pots on aboard with a "good" solder sucker and braid. So I gave up and put that board aside. I then ordered this and to try it out for giggles more than anything, I took this desoldering gun to the other two. I was done in a couple minutes - cleaner, faster, no damage and without headache.
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Robert Porter on
Feb 10, 2021
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Handy Dandy
4.0
Great for removing solder and extracting components safely.
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Anonymous on
Jan 27, 2021
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Good tool
5.0
Just used my new Hako FR-301 today , I am working on vacuum tube equipment, the Hako works very well removing large amount of solder on tube socket tabs. Haven't had time to try it on PCB yet but I'm sure it will work well there also.
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Davide on
Jan 07, 2021
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Halko FR-301
5.0
I’m really pleased with this desoldering tool. Desolders perfectly so the component can be removed easily. So much better than my vacuum sucker - no comparison.
on
Nov 27, 2020
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Hakko FR-301 Desolder Tool
5.0
Best tool for desoldering you will find. Heats up fast and desolders fast and clean. Highly Recommended.
Hakko FR-301 on
Nov 23, 2020
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Great tool at a reasonable price
5.0
I am retired electronics design engineer and my hobbies include ham radio which involved, in some cases, building and repairing new fangled electronics (i.e. SMD and thru hole digital and analog pc bds). It became quite apparent that my old tools (e.g. soldering iron, solder sucker) were just not up to the task. So I indulged in the purchase of the Hakko FR-301 desoldering tool. Expensive for a hobbyist? Yes but worth every cent.
Anonymous on
Nov 16, 2020
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Hakko FR-301 makes desoledring easy
5.0
I repair vintage computers and hardware that have a lot of through-hole components. This has made it a dream. Projects that took hours using solder wick now take minutes. Well worth the investment. Got mine at a great price at TEquipment. Cheaper than Amazon.
Douglas Finn on
Nov 05, 2020
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Excellent tool
5.0
Several years ago I bought a Hakko 808 desoldering gun and was reasonably happy with it. For a couple years now it's been getting less effective so I thought I'd try the 301. Huge difference! The 301 works almost instantaneously and if this one breaks, is stolen, or is otherwise gone from my bench, I'm buying a new one immediately. What a great tool.
Thomas Gruning on
Nov 05, 2020
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
I think I was wasting all my time using a lot of different desoldering tools. At the moment I start to work with this great too I become the happiest man with an electronics hobby! Hakko does an excellent job. Just a pleasure to use this desoldering gun equipped with great powerful pump!! Highly recommend it!!
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ivo kunchev on
Oct 12, 2020
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Better than Expected Vacuum
5.0
Good vacuum for self contained unit. Nice case as well.
Anonymous on
Oct 03, 2020
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
Great tool. Works fantastic. Wish I would have gotten one years ago.
John M Philip on
Sep 30, 2020
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Great Tool
5.0
The reviews were good on this desoldering tool so I expected it to work, but it surpassed my expectations. It makes desoldering fun instead of frustrating. It works just like you would expect. The tip works like a soldering iron with a hole in the middle - you hold it on the pin you want to desolder until the solder melts, then pull the trigger and it sucks all the solder off instantly. This tool is a real keeper. I considered buying one of the cheap ones from another vendor, but after using the Hakko, I'm glad I paid for a real professional tool. It pays to spend a little more when something really works like it should. I highly recommend it. I bought the kit with all the tips and the stand and I'm glad I got everything so I'll have what I need.
FRED TRAVERS on
Sep 21, 2020
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Good tool, reasonable shipping cost
5.0
Good tool, fast shipment, correct voltage for US/Canada.
Art on
Sep 18, 2020
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Amazing Tool!
5.0
Very well build & easy to maintain.
I give it 5 STARS well deserved :)
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Downhillsyl on
Sep 14, 2020
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Well worth the investment
4.0
I bought this tool to desolder some components from multi-layer PCBs where I was finding my other spring-solder suckers were not working well..
This tool is really good for that. Its almost makes it fun to do desoldering. It safely removed my micro-switches and other components from my multi-level PCBs with NO Damage. And it was fairly quick to remote these components — those I did get the occasional lead that required me to reflow solder into the eyelet, and then desolder again. But even so — it did a super job doing this.
It has four heat settings. I had to used setting 4 for the multi-layer PCBs. I also removed quite a number of burned out LEDs from a single layer PCB. Setting 1 was adequate for this. This was where it was really “fun” to desolder, as it only took about two seconds per leaded to de-solder, and quite literally the LEDs DROPPED from the PCB after I desolder red them, and the resulting PCB pads remained in MINT condition. I was really impressed.
I didn’t find the unit got too hot too hold, and it was lightweight, and comfortable to hold.
The only thing I would suggest to people considering buying this, is to make sure you buy one of Hakko’s drill cleaning bits when you get this unit. The poker that comes with it will not always clean the desoldering tube and it might become totally clogged. However if you have the cleaning drill, it is relatively easy to clear up solder that might be blocking the tube.
Over all, I would highly rate this.. I wish I had purchased this years ago. It would have made it so much easier for me!
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Aug 31, 2020
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Hakko FR301 Kit 2
5.0
Purchased from TEquipment, and shipped for free: 'FR301 Kit 2' which includes the Hakko de-soldering gun, 4 de-solder tips of various sizes, 633-01 Iron stand and a few cleaning tools. Several years ago, I purchased the Hakko FX-951 Soldering station that I am extremely happy with. Based on the quality of FX-951, I felt their de-soldering gun, FR301, would be the obvious choice. Hakko FR301 has exceeded my expectations for a self-contained de-soldering tool - hands down beats manual bulb and plunger style solder suckers.
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Paul on
Aug 26, 2020
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The right tool for the job
5.0
If you have ever had to de-solder anything, you know how much fun it can be with sub-standard tools. This tool makes the job almost like magic! It works really well, just make sure you have a few tip sizes to choose from.
Anonymous on
Aug 24, 2020
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Get it! its worth every penny and will save you from so much frustration!
5.0
ive been using the classic 20 dollar bulb suction de soldering iron for years. that thing was a hit and miss i would often damage traces trying to get chips off with it. after breaking a few game consoles over the years i finally took that piece of crap and tossed it and broke down to get this.
this desoldering gun is night and day difference i cant recommend it enough!!! don't waste your time with the cheap alternatives! this just work 100% of the time its also much faster than the cheap methods. the time it takes me to remove a chip is cut in half and it comes off with out breaking traces and no flux required either! clean up is a breeze too!
Just get it! You wont be disappointed!
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Dave on
Aug 05, 2020
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Worth the Extra $
5.0
Great tool. Well built with convenient features like an on/off button on the handle, and a temperature dial. Makes the less expensive brand/model I bought (that's being repaired) look amateurish. TE shipped it quick and had a good price.
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Juan Calvillo on
Jul 20, 2020
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I can’t recommend this enough
5.0
I was tired of using a soldering sucker and soldering wick, so I started looking at desoldering guns. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to go with Hakko or the cheap China knock off, but I am glad I went with the Hakko. This is a quick desoldering gun that will make your life so much easier,
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Kirk on
Jul 16, 2020
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Works well
5.0
It works well and I like its compact size. I have an old Pace solder sucker and vacuum pump that works well but is just too big and bulky. It takes up way too much room on my bench. This is so much nicer.
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Jul 12, 2020
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Fantastic tool
5.0
I realized I was using a sucker pump for almost 30 years, so It got to be better tool for it. Here it is. This desoldering tool is so easy to use, works very well, easy to clean. I do the 3 hours job in 15 minutes with it, and without overheating the components. A real game changer for me.
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Brice on
Jul 07, 2020
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
I've used a Hakko soldering station for years so I know and trust the brand but I always used a solder sucker for de-soldering. A tool like the Hakko FR-301 just seemed like an extravagance but I finally decided to spring for one. It's so much faster, cleaner and easier on your circuit board I'm really sorry I waited so long. There are Chinese knock-offs of this but they just don't work well, get the real thing.
on
Jul 05, 2020
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Much Better Desoldering Tool
5.0
The Hakko FR-301 is much better desoldering tool than using the old manual method especially if you are working with multiple projects in a day. Very clean results, easy to use and maintain. I ordered 2 other tips for thicker wires and heavier solder removal. No issues so far after a month of usage. Highly recommended.
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Allan on
Jun 27, 2020
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The best I've used
5.0
Much better than previous desoldering stations I've owned, and is by far the least expensive. Very powerful, nice complete removal. Extremely easy to clean.
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Jun 22, 2020
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
This device was recommended to me by another tech. I have had other auto desoldering tools but this one is far superior. Works like a charm, doesn't clog and keeps the work moving. Highly recommended.
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Daniel A Lurie on
Jun 17, 2020
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Hakko FR-301 pays for itself
5.0
This is my 2nd Hakko FR-301. My first was from Japan, but I recommend sticking with a US version, if you're in the States. It's also important to use the correct nozzle for the job, ensure it stays clear of solder clogs, and is generally used properly.
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Erich Moraga on
Jun 11, 2020
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
Seems like a well built tool..It works very well..After using it I would be very sad to have to go back to the old bulb and braid technique.
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kris nauman on
May 13, 2020
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Hakko FR-301 - Great tool
5.0
I replaced my heavily used older model Hakko desoldering tool with the FR-301. I have used it to desolder point to point solder joints in a tube amp and to desolder IC pins on a switch mode power supply board. It performed flawlessly. I really like the new style filter/ pre-filter setup.
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Michael L Lloyd on
May 06, 2020
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Cannot go wrong with Hakko
5.0
Solid tool for a honest price! This is a small enthusiast tool, but it is more than capable for small shops or home DIY projects. Besides, it is still a Hakko... So you know you'll get a quality tool and a warranty you can count on.
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Anonymous on
Apr 30, 2020
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Highly Recommended Desoldering Tool
5.0
If you have ever watched someone use a manual desolder pump and soldering iron you know the pains of desoldering. Besides the snail like pace, broken pads and traces occur with frequency, especially on older boards. I recently picked this one up and have already desoldered multiple ICs and components with ease on vintage boards. Just remember to use the included cleaning rods if you notice its not pulling up the solder or the end looks sealed.
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Anonymous on
Apr 24, 2020
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Fantastic product, highly recommended!
5.0
Project would have been a headache to complete without this handy tool. Great stuff!
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Anonymous on
Apr 19, 2020
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Professional Quality
5.0
Excellent professional quality tool. Unit comes with a storage case and options for a wide variety of tips. Tip changes are made with a very effective accessory tool and cleaning the chamber is intuitive and easy. The tips need to be stamped for better identification. A minor inconvenience. The vacuum is strong and the adjustable heat settings are more than adequate for most all projects. The included tip stand functions with the tool laying on the bench. Not as convenient and takes up precious bench space. The addition of the Hakko 633-02 can be incorporated for holding the tool in the vertical position for storage. A well made solid feeling tool.
I like it!
Windlord on
Mar 27, 2020
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Quality Product
5.0
The De-soldering tool performs above expectations. Powerful suction and adjustable heat. The additional tips available make the tool extremely versatile. The only suggestion is the lack of recognizable size markings on the tips. The tool performs marvelously with a flexibility of settings that challenge your imagination for the 'perfect" settings/tip for each situation that arises. The cost and quality of the instrument puts it in the professional tool category. The deluxe setup includes the 633-02 Stand to store the tool upright instead of using the (included) tip rest with the tool lying down.
I like it!
Windlord on
Mar 27, 2020
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Excellent functionality - best price on the Internet
5.0
The Hakko FR-301 is a very well made desoldering tool for sure. It's virtually fool proof to use. Saves time and components. I wish I would have known about this device sooner! Well worth the price.
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John A Justin on
Feb 20, 2020
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De-soldering tool an excellent addition to my tools
5.0
This is my first de-soldering tool. I researched many de-soldering tools before making my purchase and even though this tool had great reviews I was still skeptical. Now that I have used it for a while I can`t imagine being without it. It very easily and cleanly pulls up the solder and cleaning the collection chamber is fairly easy too. I also love that it is not another a big box sitting on my bench. I haven`t tried an extended length tip but I suspect they will work well. Overall I really cannot complain about any aspect of this tool. I am VERY happy with my purchase.
Works BETTER than expected! on
Feb 13, 2020
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Very good tool.
5.0
Makes short work of desoldering. Even wire wrapped terminals are easy to remove.
Guy Arnold on
Feb 10, 2020
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Better than I expected
5.0
I went to trade school for electronics repair a couple decades ago. We learned to use solder wick and cheap solder suckers. I've been using those for years. I knew these desoldering irons existed but I thought the solder wick was fine (it does help that I have a nice JBC iron). Well I saw this in use on Youtube channel Mr Carlson's Lab and I decided to give it a try and WOW! I've used it to repair several items. I replaced some high current relays yesterday and I put this to power 3 out of 5 and I don't even think I needed to turn it up that much. It melted that stuff like butter. The vacuum function works really well.
The only other desoldering iron I have owned in the past was a Radio Shack one many years ago that cost somewhere between $25 and $50 and that was totally useless. I can't compare this product to any other actual decent products.
But for the price I doubt other brands would stack up.
I do recommend getting a better stand. I don't really enjoy laying the iron on its side with the "stand" (more like tip protector) it comes with. But it does more or less work.
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Dan D on
Jan 09, 2020
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Perfect tool for reworking through hole PCBs and power supplies
5.0
This tool is a game changer. Successfully removed 40 pin DIPs which literally fell out of the PCB after unsoldering and large snap-in caps on power supplies without damaging the PCB. Heats up very quickly and has plenty of power to heat large ground planes to melt solder. Strong vacuum pulls the solder out in one trigger click. Easy to clean too. Well worth the investment!!
Anonymous on
Nov 21, 2019
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Initial results positive
5.0
I've just used the FR-301 a bit after receiving it. It worked great on the single sided board I need to fix immediately. Solder was completely removed and part fell out of the board. Will report back when I've had more experience...
Initial use is fantastic on
Sep 26, 2019
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nozzle size
3.0
FR301 is a great tools for de soldering, I wish they have a much bigger size of nozzle use for IGBT power pack terminals and for relay terminals.
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Noel Declaro on
Jul 15, 2019
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HakkoFR 301
5.0
Recently while in NYC decided to buy a Hakko FR301 replaciny my accidentally broken FR300, i am not going to say much but this Hakko devices really do well all you expect them to do.They are a handy affordable charm and for sure will save you lot of effort and PCBs.5??????????
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nelson baez on
Jul 10, 2019
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WELL WORTH THE PRICE
5.0
I f your wondering if you can afford this the answer is YES.Works well, de-solders quickly. Components fall out depending on the woirk. Makes having to de solder anything a fun project. Clean up is straight forward. It has worked well for me. Your mileage may vary.
1966 on
Jun 28, 2019
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Well worth the price.
5.0
As an amateur who is getting into board repair and retro gaming reproduction, this desoldering gun makes crazy fast work of stripping down PCBs. It's well worth the price in terms of how long it would take to strip a board of its components with regular methods.
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Jose Guerra on
Jun 08, 2019
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Should have bought a long time ago!
5.0
Excellent tool! I always hated desoldering components because of the chance of overheating parts and pcb traces. This tool works like magic.
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Andrea Lini on
May 26, 2019
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Hakko FR-301 Desoldering Tool
5.0
Very good quality, and works great. Fits my business perfectly. Was also impressed with how quickly it arrived! Highly recommend this device!
truefret on
Apr 18, 2019
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A must have tool
5.0
I used to hate desoldering so bad and this tool makes really makes it easy. Very easy to use and heats up quick. The pump removes all solder with no problem at all. Easy to take apart and clean. I can kick myself for not buying this a long time ago.
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Bill on
Mar 10, 2019
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HAKKO FR-301 DESOLDERING TOOL
5.0
I just wish I had this desoldering tool years ago, it works great. I have used it on through hole circuit boards and also de-soldering hand wired old tube radio circuits. I can't believe how clean it will leave a tube socket terminal that you can then just untwist the wires.
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Richard Nagel on
Mar 09, 2019
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Works great
5.0
Desoldering is the job I dread most. This tool makes desoldering easy.
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T. Gatlin on
Mar 05, 2019
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New and improved? Ayuh
5.0
I have been the proud owner of the Hakko 808 for several years. It was time to get this new design. I am happy so far, an easy five stars.
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Michael Higgins on
Feb 19, 2019
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Great tool
5.0
I wish I would have bought a desoldering tool like this 10 years ago. Solder wick is such a pain, and those manual suction tools suck -- not in a good way. I removed a dozen components from a board with ease using this tool in like two minutes. It's almost magic.
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Jason Baker on
Feb 05, 2019
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FR-301 - excellent tool w/one easy-to-fix issue
5.0
I used my new Hakko FR-301 desoldering gun for the first time yesterday. I was very pleased with the performance of the gun. It is comfortable to use and does a really good job of cleaning out via holes, leaving through-hole component leads free to drop out.
To save their tips from oxidizing and making them difficult to wet with solder, I typically turn irons off while doing other operations until I am ready to use them again. The FR-301 comes up to temperature quickly which facilitates this.
The only complaint I have with the unit is that the power-on indicator light is on the wrong side of the handle. The indicator on the FR-301 is not visible when the gun is parked in its stand. It would be better to have the indicator visible from any vantage point at any angle, or at the very least somewhere on the back, like perhaps on or around the power switch itself. As it is now, you have to remove the unit from the stand and turn it around to veiw the indicator. It could be brighter too. Presently, it is rather dim and difficult to see. The FR-301 is, otherwise, an excellent tool.
You may want to pass this information on to the manufacturer.
Thanx, G. Knoedl
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George Knoedl on
Jan 31, 2019
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Amazing
5.0
I love this little thing. It's pretty amazing to unsolder headers and have them just come loose. It's a game changer!
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Anonymous on
Jan 29, 2019
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A wonderful addition to our bench!
5.0
The HAKKO FR-301 was recommended by a seasoned professional tech. This rugged instrument is saving valuable bench time bringing back to life our vintage arcade machines.
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Bruce Manning on
Jan 17, 2019
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Hakko FR-301
5.0
This Desolder Tool was highly recommended by a seasoned circuit pro. I was pleased with its ruggedness and ease of use. I would suggest purchasing at least 4 additional tips in order to be ready for any project.
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Bruce Manning on
Jan 14, 2019
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Excellent!
5.0
This desoldering iron is great! Make a job that took a few minutes take seconds now! No issues with it getting stuck-up with solder or anything.
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Beth N on
Dec 19, 2018
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FR-301
5.0
I used a solder sucker one time and new that it was something I did not want to continue. Almost every review I read the person said they should have bought a de-soldering tool years ago. I took that advice and am happy I did. This thing works like a champ. I have little to compare it to but it works great and makes life much easy.
Raven on
Nov 22, 2018
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Excellent !!!!
5.0
All it was touted to be and more, outstanding design and superior performance.
Just regret not having purchased this outstanding soldering tool sooner !!!!
Great VALUE !!!!
Robert Chartier on
Nov 06, 2018
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Easy to use, best repair tool ever
5.0
I wish I'd bought one of these years ago. Even if you only do occasional repair work, this is vastly superior to the two-handed iron and solder-sucker arrangement. Avoiding damage to even one circuit board pays for the tool.
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Brian Dunham on
Oct 04, 2018
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Perfect!
5.0
Don't hesitate. It performs its function perfectly. Follow the directions. The included tip is probably fine for most jobs.
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JFM on
Sep 30, 2018
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Hakko FR-301 - Great quality
5.0
Very well built. Heats up quickly and did a great job desoldering components from single and multi layer boards.
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Jeff Hecht on
Sep 29, 2018
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Works Great
5.0
I've been using solder wick and manual solder extracting devices for 40 years. I've been thinking about the Hakko FR-301 for several years wondering if I spent this much money would it be a tool or a toy. Just got it yesterday and it is definitely a tool that I hope to use for years ahead. Very happy with my purchase.
Charles G. on
Sep 20, 2018
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FR-301
5.0
Heats fast, recovers fast, sufficient vacuum. Nozzles interchange quickly and easily. The tool is well made and operates simply. A good value
Brett on
Aug 13, 2018
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Can't be beat for the price
5.0
Works great on everything I have desoldered so far. Excellent heat retention/regeneration. No waiting for reheating for rapid use. The solder filter tank are easily removed for cleaning. I did also buy the nozzle kit but have only used the included 1.0mm nozzle to date.
The Hakko 633-01 stand is recommended versus the little metal "stand" that comes with the unit.
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Lee Strickland on
Jul 11, 2018
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Very useful repair tool
5.0
The fastest and easiest way to effectively desolder through hole components without causing damage to the PCB. Even though the tool is not too expensive it comes from a solid name brand and will last for many years.
Jason on
Jul 09, 2018
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our line voltage is 230 , 60 Hz.
5.0
What would I tell Tequipment the I.D. Number of Hakko FR 301 that is 230v ac, 60/50 Hz,which is our line voltage ? Thank you.
Anonymous on
Jul 09, 2018
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Hakko FR-301 Desoldering Tool
5.0
This is one great tool. Remove solder in seconds. Cleaning after use is simple too.
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Kenneth Jarvis on
Jul 05, 2018
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Hakko
5.0
I love this product Wanted one for years
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Anonymous on
Jul 04, 2018
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Wonderful tool
5.0
Title says it all...works much better than my (tired) old desoldering station. Fast and effective, my only complaint is possibly that they should create a more comprehensive kit with a wider selection of nozzles included. If you're even remotely considering the purchase of this, go ahead and do it--you won't regret it.
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Mike Maiville on
Jun 13, 2018
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Great product for removing solder
5.0
I am very pleased with the unit. Appears to be build very well and easy to maintain and keep in top condition. I wish I had purchased one of these sooner. It does a great job of removing solder and greatly shortens the repair time.
William on
Jun 01, 2018
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Great time saver!
5.0
This was my first jump to a specialized desoldering tool, and it has saved a great amount of time. Desoldering through hole is a breeze with this tool. It heats the area quickly and extracts the solder cleanly without clogging.
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Lucas Wells on
May 30, 2018
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An absolute must-have!
5.0
Works very well. Not sure if this is a significant performance increase over the previous model--I never used an FR-300--but this was money well spent.
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Mike Maiville on
May 30, 2018
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Great Product
5.0
I have used a lot of solder removal tools and this is by far the best for most situations. Greatly speeded repairs. I am using as hobby to repair electronic equipment and radios.
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WJS on
May 08, 2018
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I would definitely buy from them again.
5.0
I really felt at home doing business with TEquipment. The first thing I noticed is that they are easy to contact for questions about purchases. They answered the phone quickly (2 times!) and were both knowledgeable and helpful about my concerns. It also made me feel comfortable knowing they are a real brick and mortar business located in the great USA. Their prices are competitive if not the best, offering free shipping many times and no tax for those out of state. What else could I ask for besides maybe my pipe and slippers.
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Michael Hanzy on
May 03, 2018
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Great tool, great value
5.0
I was dreading a large through-hole desoldering project (dozens of 4-legged switches to remove) because I don't get a lot of time to work on my hobby. I purchased the FR-301 after I heard that it was an improvement on the FR-300, which I was on the fence about purchasing because of some less-than-stellar reviews.
This is a fabulous tool for getting a lot done in a short amount of time. A good analogy is that your manual vacuum pump and solder wick are a cordless drill and your task is to remove all the deck screws from a deck. This desoldering tool is like an impact driver. Zip, zip, zip and you're done.
Highly recommended if you're more than a casual hobbyist.
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Brooklyn David on
Apr 16, 2018
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