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Weller 260 Watt & 200W Professional Soldering Gun Kit with Three Tips and Solder in Carrying Case | D550PK

Name: Weller 260 Watt & 200W Professional Soldering Gun Kit with Three Tips and Solder in Carrying Case | D550PK
Brand: Weller
SKU: B00002N7S1
Price: 58.35 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Bottom line: The Weller 260 Watt & 200W Professional Soldering Gun Kit ($58.35 on Amazon as of 2026-10-20 16:16 UTC): Heats to 1100F in about 6 seconds - no long warm-up between joints; main trade-off: 260W is far too hot for circuit boards and fine electronics work.

$58.35

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-20. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Heats to 1100F in about 6 seconds - no long warm-up between joints
✓ Dual-heat trigger switches 260W to 200W without swapping tools
✓ 260W handles heavy-gauge wire and battery terminals a pencil iron cannot
✓ Three tips included: solder, smoothing, and cutting
✓ Molded case plus starter solder keeps the kit together and portable

Cons

✗ 260W is far too hot for circuit boards and fine electronics work
✗ Pistol-grip gun is bulky and heavy compared with a pencil iron
✗ Corded design ties you to an outlet - no cordless option
✗ Trigger-only heating means holding pressure through every joint

Manufacturer description

Product DescriptionThe Weller D55PK Professional Soldering Gun is perfectfor bringing professional quality and efficient heat to the serious hobbyist user, the Weller D550 heats in just 6 seconds. Heat the gun to 1100° F and solder heavy-duty hobbyist applications quickly, then switch to one of the included specialty tips to handle a range of soldering jobs.From the ManufacturerWeller D550PK Solder Gun Kit has a professional heavy-duty dual heat gun plus an assortment of accessories in a molded plastic storage case. Kit contains D550 solder gun, 1 solder tip, 1 smoothing tip, 1 cutting tip…

SpecPicks Verdict

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 260 watt and 200 watt settings?

The fingertip trigger selects both. The first trigger position gives high output at 260 watts for heavy-duty work; the second position drops to 200 watts for lighter joints. You switch mid-job without changing tools.

How long does the Weller D550PK take to heat up?

About 6 seconds. Weller rates the gun to reach 1100 degrees F in that window, which is why it uses a trigger rather than a always-on heating element.

Can I use this soldering gun on circuit boards?

No. At 260/200 watts and 1100 degrees F, this gun is built for heavy-gauge wire, automotive electrical, and hobbyist metalwork. Use a low-wattage pencil iron for PCBs and fine electronics.

What tips come with the D550PK kit?

Three: a standard solder tip, a smoothing tip, and a cutting tip. The kit also includes solder and a molded plastic carrying case for the gun and accessories.

Key Features

Professional heavy-duty gun
Dual-heat wattage gun
Pistol grip design, ready to use in 6 seconds
Fingertip trigger selects high (1st trigger position)
Or low output (2nd trigger position)

Full Specifications

Brand	Weller
Wattage	200
Head Style	solder tip,three tips
Style Name	Standard Kit
Unit Count	1 Count
Item Length	12 inches
Model Number	D550PK
Power Source	Corded Electric
Item Type Name	Tools
Handle Material	Plastic
Heating Element	Silver
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Special Feature	Portable
Additional Features	Portable
Included Components	Unit^Instruction Guide
Manufacturer Part Number	D550PK
Specific Uses For Product	Soldering
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Limited Lifetime Warranty
Global Trade Identification Number	00037103475428

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