Description of Weller TC205 Replacement Cleaning PH1201ESD
Sponge - **Ships "Flat and Dense" / Add Distilled water to sponge prior to use to "puff" the sponge up**. Imported. (1) Authentic Weller TC205 Sponge w/ Slits. Sponge ships "Flat and Dense" / Add Distilled water to sponge prior to use to "puff" the sponge up. This sponge has slits cut into the to for easy and effective solder tip cleaning. The use of a sponge over the conventional brass wool will extend the life of soldering tips dramatically. This is a Authentic Weller TC205 Sponge replacement.
This cleaning solution is not worth the hefty price tag .It barely cleans and leaves residue behind. While it claims to be safe for delicate electronics, we found it to cause damage on several occasions. The only positive thing we can say is that it comes in a large bottle which should last for multiple uses. Overall we do not recommend this product for anyone in the industrial and scientific field..
Pros
Easy replacement for Weller soldering stations
Cons
Only compatible with specific Weller models and not universally applicable
As my tests showed, this product barely cleaned and left behind bits of dirt and debris. The price is way too high for the poor quality .The only good THING is that it is made for Industrial and Scientific use. Disappointing overall..
The description says this is a genuine Weller TC205. Came in a regular plastic bag and looks nothing like the TC205 that came with my Weller soldering iron. Not the right size and thickness but the slots are cut through which allows the soldering iron tip to drag along the metal holder. Not good. There are so many counterfeit goods on the internet now that you never know what you are going to get. Will return.