Welcome To "Learn Your Multimeter 101"

[majin]

That should work. Happy testing!

one of the linked in a different post quality solder stations is on the list for next so i can retire this el cheapo wand, i really sig when you more knowlegeable guys plainly explain stuff so even my neanderthal brain can comprehend it lol

 

[Jerold]

I have a Hakko FX888D, but I bought this like 20 years ago and the choices were limited. It's great but very expensive compared to some of the other options out there.
https://a.co/d/8jHkOqj

You can go to HomeDepot and buy the Weller. Both are 70W and will work just fine. It's a matter of what you like.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Weller-...tion-with-Precision-Iron-WLSKD7012A/320356147
~$100 with digital temp control

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Weller-...th-WLIR60-Precision-Iron-WLSK6012HD/315743579
~$50 with analog temp control.

Fellow member @Dan B. recommended this one at this point.
https://a.co/d/2sNlM0s
~$55 and 75W iron, with digital output.

Never used it but hear good things. HarborFreight 80W iron. It's a bit pricey at $115
https://www.harborfreight.com/elect...ns-irons/80-watt-soldering-station-58005.html

There are lots of choices out there. I would say try to get at least 70W if you can. If you can find one with a heat gun option it's useful for a few things.

One note that temperature and power (Watts) are different. Wattage (re)heats the iron. Or in other words holds more heat when you are soldering bulky things.

Something with an Auto Off feature is useful. I hate to admit it but I've left mine on a few times.

 

[CertifiedMike]

I have a Hakko FX888D, but I bought this like 20 years ago and the choices were limited. It's great but very expensive compared to some of the other options out there.
https://a.co/d/8jHkOqj

You can go to HomeDepot and buy the Weller. Both are 70W and will work just fine. It's a matter of what you like.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Weller-...tion-with-Precision-Iron-WLSKD7012A/320356147
~$100 with digital temp control

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Weller-...th-WLIR60-Precision-Iron-WLSK6012HD/315743579
~$50 with analog temp control.

Fellow member @Dan B. recommended this one at this point.
https://a.co/d/2sNlM0s
~$55 and 75W iron, with digital output.

Never used it but hear good things. HarborFreight 80W iron. It's a bit pricey at $115
https://www.harborfreight.com/elect...ns-irons/80-watt-soldering-station-58005.html

There are lots of choices out there. I would say try to get at least 70W if you can. If you can find one with a heat gun option it's useful for a few things.

One note that temperature and power (Watts) are different. Wattage (re)heats the iron. Or in other words holds more heat when you are soldering bulky things.

Something with an Auto Off feature is useful. I hate to admit it but I've left mine on a few times.

I love my Hakko!
The first time I turned it on I felt like THIS is the soldering station I wanted 20 years ago!
LOVE IT!!!