Review on Hakko 599B 02 Wire Type Soldering Cleaner by Justin Spoja

Using this method compares better to the wet sponge method (for wiping/cleaning the tip of sticky residue, flux, by-products, etc.) as it doesn't lower the temperature as much as if at all if you use this tool properly (fast in and out. Done!). Rapid temperature changes over time will degrade the metal/composition of the tips and they will fall apart. ALL ABOUT KEEPING HANDPIECES CLEAN! I still keep a *damp* sponge at my station and use it occasionally when I find it necessary, but this product is worth its weight in gold as it saves your tips/extends your life (*IF* you also tin and clean properly ). One thing to note and be aware of: This allows the molten solder on the tip to bounce back towards you. If you just hit the edge of the tip with a "left and right motion" it MAY spit wet solder on you. Not a big problem, but it happens if you use it wrong. Fast entry and exit. Again, do not wipe the tip with a sponge. Dip it in and out. If necessary, twice. Replacement jaws are available for this product. And that's good. It's not just "brass wire" etc. It's fluxed/chemically coated. I want to order an extra one as I think this tool fits 2 sponges. highly recommended.