6 best pipe soldering irons

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Plastic pipes are gradually replacing metal lines from industrial buildings and residential buildings. The high strength of polypropylene, polyethylene, PVC, HDPE makes it possible to compete on equal terms with steel and cast iron. At the same time, polymer materials are cheaper, they are easier to install, and do not corrode. Many domestic craftsmen have learned how to weld plastic pipes on their own. To do this, you should purchase a special soldering iron (socket welding machine). With its help, the ends of two pipes are heated, after connection and cooling, a reliable and sealed joint is obtained. With a little training, the welding process takes a matter of seconds, the master has to spend more time cutting and fitting pipes. When the need arises to purchase an apparatus, you should pay attention to several important characteristics of a soldering iron.

Criteria for choosing a pipe soldering iron

1. One of the main parameters of an electrical device is the power of the heater. If a heating element of 1000-2000 W is enough for household chores, then professionals need more powerful devices with several heaters.

2. The device for welding should be selected taking into account the diameter of the pipes used in the installation. Usually, soldering irons are equipped with an additional set of nozzles for different standard sizes.

3. The maximum heating temperature (260-320 ° C) will depend on the type of plastic. The best option would be to have temperature controls, which can be manual or electronic. This option will help you choose the most optimal welding mode.

4. As for the additional functionality, it is very convenient to monitor the heating of the device by the light indication. A useful option would be a built-in thermostat that will keep the temperature within a given range.

5. You should also pay attention to the richness of the equipment. This applies primarily to beginner solders. The presence in the set of nozzles, level, pipe cutter, tape measure and keys will not be superfluous.

Our review includes the best pipe soldering irons. When selecting applicants, the following criteria were taken into account:

1. power and performance;

2. versatility;

3. price;

4. expert opinion;

5. consumer reviews.

Rating of the best pipe soldering irons

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive soldering irons for beginners	1	CANDAN CM-03	RUB 2 200
	2	Wester DWM 1500	RUB 3,599
	3	RESANTA ASPT-2000	RUB 2,470
The best professional soldering irons	1	Candan CM05 2400W	RUB 6,090
	2	Dytron SP-4a 1200W TraceWeld Profi blue (63-125)	RUB 35,490
	3	WRM-160	RUB 121,000

The best inexpensive soldering irons for beginners

When building a private house or renovating an apartment, many owners install water pipes on their own. To successfully complete this work, it makes no sense to buy expensive professional devices. Experts have selected several effective budget soldering irons.

CANDAN CM-03

Rating: 4.8

The CANDAN CM-03 soldering iron won recognition from domestic masters of plumbing systems due to its affordable price, ease of use and unpretentiousness. The device has enough power to provide heating temperatures up to 320 ° C. Experts gave this model the first place in the rating for the xiphoid shape of the heater, on which two nozzles can be installed simultaneously. The device is capable of working with a wide range of standard sizes of pipes, from 16 to 75 mm. The set includes 4 nozzles (20, 25, 32 and 40 mm), tape measure and pipe cutter. For the convenience of working in different conditions, the manufacturer has equipped the soldering iron with a reliable clip and a convenient stand.

When you need to make repairs in a house or apartment, involving the replacement of pipelines, you should take a closer look at the CANDAN CM-03 welding machine.

Advantages

• practicality;

• low price;

• unpretentiousness;

• power.

disadvantages

• short service life.

Wester DWM 1500

Rating: 4.7

The Wester DWM 1500 pipe soldering iron has decent functionality. Due to its high power (1500 W), the device connects plastic pipes within 4-6 seconds. The maximum heating temperature is limited to 300 ° C. The manufacturer has well equipped the device, providing it with 6 nozzles with a diameter of 20 to 63 mm. Together with the soldering iron, the buyer will receive a screwdriver, tape measure, pipe cutter and gloves. The only drawback, according to experts, is the high price, so the model occupies the second line of the rating.

Users note such a plus of the device as the presence of a thermostat. It allows you to set the optimum soldering temperature, which prevents overheating of the plastic. But you need to get used to the buttons on the device.

Advantages

• fast heating;

• rich equipment;

• the presence of a thermostat.

disadvantages

• high price;

• unstable stand.

RESANTA ASPT-2000

Rating: 4.6

The highest power among budget welding machines is possessed by the RESANTA ASPT-2000 model. A two-kilowatt heater provides fast heating of plastic pipes up to 300 ° C. Experts note a good combination of the price of the device and its technical parameters. The manufacturer saved on the equipment of the soldering iron. In addition to 6 teflon-coated nozzles, only gloves are included in the set. Roulette and pipe cutter will have to be purchased separately. Therefore, the model deserves only the third place in the ranking.

Users are pleased with the presence of two modes of operation, which allows you to use the maximum power or limit it to 1 kW. The device is able to work for a long time, qualitatively connecting plastic pipes.

Advantages

• fast heating;

• 2 operating modes;

• excellent soldering quality.

disadvantages

• modest equipment;

• high power consumption.

The best professional soldering irons

When it is necessary to connect plastic pipes every day, only professional devices are able to withstand a serious load for a long time. They feature high performance, temperature accuracy and durability. Experts speak flatteringly about the following models.

Candan CM05 2400W

Rating: 4.9

Turkish pipe soldering iron Candan CM05 is popular with professional plumbing installers. The model has an optimal price / performance ratio. Experts appreciated the high power of the device (2.4 kW), rapid heating up to a temperature of 320 ° C, the ability to connect pipes with a diameter of 50 to 160 mm. The device is equipped with two heating elements, which can be turned on simultaneously or separately (1.2 kW each). The master will be informed about reaching the required temperature by 2 light indicators. The thermostat helps to maintain the set temperature (from 50 to 320 ° C).

Together with the device, the manufacturer encloses an accessory wrench, a tripod stand and a metal case.

Advantages

• high power;

• affordable price;

• light indicators;

• good equipment.

disadvantages

• a modest assortment of attachments.

Dytron SP-4a 1200W TraceWeld Profi blue (63-125)

Rating: 4.8

The Czech Dytron SP-4a soldering iron is distinguished by excellent quality, durable and trouble-free operation. In the device, a microprocessor is responsible for the optimal temperature regime, which allows an accuracy of 1.5 ° C to be achieved. The professional device is able to cope with a wide standard size of pipes, from 16 mm to 125 mm. The welding time is determined automatically. Thanks to a set of these characteristics, the model gets into our rating. But the high price did not allow them to become a winner.

The manufacturer includes 5 attachments, a wrench for attaching attachments, a clamp, and a metal case complete with the device. The soldering iron can be used not only indoors, but also outdoors. In addition to polypropylene and polyethylene pipes, the device also welds materials such as PVC and HDPE.

Advantages

• temperature setting accuracy;

• high performance;

• durability of work.

disadvantages

• high price;

• tight case.

WRM-160

Rating: 4.8

The WRM-160 soldering iron is a real welding machine that is capable of solving the most difficult tasks. Professionals appreciate the machine for its exceptional performance and ease of use. The device is designed to connect pipes with a diameter of 50 to 160 mm. The welding machine does not have a record power (1.2 kW) and a high heating temperature (260 ° C). But experts note the outstanding accuracy of the temperature setting. This is achieved through an electronic thermostat. The machine is installed on high legs, which makes the work more convenient and less tiring. The model deserves the third line of our rating.

The unit is intended for large companies, and the very high price hints at this. Together with the machine, the consumer is offered a wooden box, replaceable nozzles and bushings, 3 legs.

Advantages

• high performance;

• ease of use;

• precise temperature setting.

disadvantages

• large overall dimensions;

• high price.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.