MICRON
Overview
Thank you for purchasing the T 2418 soldering station – a great solution for your soldering equipment needs!
We believe that you will be more than satisfied with the many features and the versatility of your new soldering
station. Please carefully read the instruction manual prior to operation to maximize the advantages of using
your new soldering station.
WARNING:
This appliance is not intended for use by children or infirm persons without assistance or
supervision if their physical, sensory or mental capabilities prevent them from using it safely. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Failure to observe this safety regulation could
result in a risk to life and limb. The manufacturer or supplier shall not be liable for damage resulting from
misuse of the unit or unauthorised alterations.
Caution:
DO NOT WORK ON LIVE CIRCUITS
• Before working on any mains powered equipment, make sure that it is turned off, and the mains plug is
removed from the power point. You must not undertake work on live parts.
DO NOT USE IF DAMAGED
• If the power lead becomes damaged or the soldering station becomes faulty, discontinue use immediately.
Caution: Soldering irons operate at high temperatures and can easily burn the skin and/or objects. Do
not touch the tip and heater at any time and keep it a safe distance from flammable materials while
the unit is on, or while cooling after switching off. Please allow a sufficient time for it to cool before
changing tips. For your health, do not inhale solder fumes.
Product Description:
The T 2418 digital readout, electronically temperature controlled soldering station has been designed to meet
the present and future soldering needs of the electronic production industry, hobbyist and student.
The unit has a slender soldering iron pencil design with a burn-proof silicone cord and a comfortable rubber
grip that prevents operator fatigue.
The electronic circuitry enables the user to adjust the temperature from 200°C (392°F) to 480°C (896°F)
without changing the tip. The temperature is maintained to within ±3°C of its idling temperature by a
thermocouple sensor placed in the head of the heating element. The T 2418 incorporates sensor failure
detection, where, if the sensor circuit fails the display will read “S-E” and power will automatically be cut off to
the heater. If the heater circuit fails the display will read H-E and power to the heater will automatically be cut
off. Also the temperature can be locked by a “temperature lockout” code that is convenient for production line
management.
The electronic “ZERO VOLTAGE“ switching protects voltage and current sensitive components, such as “CMOS”
devices against transient voltage spikes, that can be caused by switching the power or heater on/off or other
environmental conditions.
The specifically designed heater brings the temperature up to approximately 480°C (full setting) in about 45
seconds. This results in very fast heat-up, instant recovery, and superior heat transmission.
The tip is grounded through the power unit to ensure leakage of less than 0.4 millivolts, and a wide selection of
long-lasting, nickel/chrome plated and pre-tinned tips are available to meet all your soldering needs.
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