TheTS101 USB-powered soldering iron is a superb bit of kit.

For soldering jobs where I've not had access to wall power, I've previously turned to agas-powered soldering iron . While it gets the job done, it's big and bulky and noisy, sometimes spits out flames, and needs regular topping up with gas.

The other day I upgraded to a new USB-powered soldering iron, and this one is amazing and is everything I've ever wanted from a soldering iron.

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The TS101 USB-C-powered soldering iron is a portable, professional soldering iron that comes in a kit with everything you need -- the soldering iron, a USB-C power supply, a heat-resistant silicone cable, and even some solder. 

T101 USB-C-powered soldering iron

TS101 tech specs:

• DC and PD dual power input with DC 9-24V (up to 65W) and USB-C PD power input up to 45W
• 128 x 32 pixel OLED screen
• 50-400