Tabiger Solder Sucker Desoldering Wick Kit
Bottom line: The Tabiger Solder Sucker Desoldering Wick Kit: Pump plus 2.5mm braid covers both bulk suction and fine pin cleanup; main trade-off: manual spring pump, not a powered desoldering station with continuous vacuum.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Pump plus 2.5mm braid covers both bulk suction and fine pin cleanup
- ✓ Aluminum bronze frame and aluminum body resist corrosion and dump heat between pulls
- ✓ 1.5m of rosin-cored copper braid is enough for a full recap job
Cons
- ✗ Manual spring pump, not a powered desoldering station with continuous vacuum
- ✗ 2.5mm braid is wide for single 0.5mm SMD pins
- ✗ No replacement plunger seals or tips listed in the kit
- ✗ Rosin flux residue on the braid needs cleanup after use
Manufacturer description
The Tabiger Solder Sucker Desoldering Wick Kit pairs two removal methods in one inexpensive package, which is why it shows up on so many retro repair benches. The vacuum desoldering pump uses an aluminum body with an aluminum bronze frame and a high-pressure plunger to pull molten solder off a through-hole joint in a single stroke, handling the bulk work of lifting relays, sockets, and larger components from a printed circuit board. The included 2.5mm-wide, 1.5-meter alloy braid picks up where the pump cannot reach: precision-woven copper with rosin flux, it wicks residual solder off fine…
SpecPicks Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this good for recapping a retro motherboard or console?
Yes. The vacuum pump handles through-hole capacitor legs and the 1.5m of 2.5mm braid cleans residual solder off the pads, which is the standard two-step recap workflow.
Do I still need a soldering iron with this kit?
Yes. Both tools only remove solder that you have already reheated. The kit includes the desoldering pump and the solder wick, not a heat source.
How wide is the solder wick and how much do you get?
The braid is 2.5mm wide and 1.5 meters long. That width suits through-hole pads and multi-pin clusters better than isolated fine-pitch SMD legs.
What is the pump body made of?
The desoldering pump uses an aluminum body with an aluminum bronze frame. Tabiger specifies it for impact and corrosion resistance plus heat dispersion during repeated pulls.
Key Features
- 【Powerful Suction Solder Sucker】The solder sucker has an aluminum bronze frame and a high pressure vacuum which can remove solder from a printed circuit board effectively.
- 【Powerful Suction Solder Sucker】The solder sucker has an aluminum bronze frame and a high pressure vacuum which can remove solder from a printed circuit board effectively.
- 【Alloy Braided Solder Wick】Precision weaving solder braid with the size 2.5mm Width, 1.5m Length, it could help clean the spare solder on the pin away to avoid short circuit, especially in small, hard to reach areas.
- 【Durable Desoldering Iron Kit】The body of desoldering pump is made of aluminum, which can resistance to beat, corrosion and have good heat dispersion, the desoldering wick has geometrically-precise weave with copper and rosin, which show no nicking or bending after a long time.
- 【A Must-have Solder Removal Kit】The solder sucker can be used for broad place, which the solder wick can be used for small, hard to reach areas, all together can be used to correct mistakes with small boards on PCBs, remove relays and other components from printed circuit boards.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Tabiger |
|---|---|
| Style | Set 1 |
| Style Name | Set 1 |
| Model Number | 0301011 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 0301011 |
| Full listing title | Solder Sucker Desoldering Wick Kit, Solder Wick & Desoldering Pump, Sucker & Solder Wick(2.5mm Width, 1.5m Length) Vacuum Pump Solder Removal Tool |
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