
I bought this product because I had trouble keeping soldering irons warm. Heat consistency is a must when soldering glass jewelry; Otherwise the solder will look (and feel) rough and uneven. This rheostat works like a charm! My only regret is that I didn't buy it sooner. This has greatly affected the quality of my soldered jewelry. It also saves me time because I get near-perfect results the first time without having to redo my work. This is a great addition to my tool collection! Highly recommended!