Portable Soldering Iron Showdown: Pinecil vs TS101 vs HS02A
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NOTE: The unexpected reboots appear to be from my 65W PSU cutting power rather than clamping it unfortunately.
In this comprehensive showdown, I compare three popular portable USB-C soldering irons: the Pine64 Pinecil V2, MiniWare TS101, and FNIRSI HS02A. Whether you're a beginner looking for your first soldering iron or an experienced maker wanting a portable option, this detailed review covers everything from unboxing and power requirements to temperature performance, tip compatibility, and real soldering tests. I evaluate usability features like silicon grips, button placement, and included accessories while demonstrating actual through-hole soldering to help you choose the best portable soldering iron for your specific needs. The video includes power delivery performance analysis, cable quality comparison, and essential information about open-source firmware options. Plus, don't miss details on the Pinecil V2 giveaway in the comments!
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📚 Chapters
00:00 Introduction & Channel Format Updates
01:03 Pinecil V2 Overview
04:24 PCBWay Sponsorship & Module Store
05:52 Giveaway Announcement
06:22 Pinecil Unboxing
07:42 MiniWare TS101 Unboxing
11:02 FNIRSI HS02A Unboxing
18:28 Comparing Tips & Setup
21:37 Power Testing & Temperature Readings
27:19 Power Supply Limitations & Compatibility
30:14 Moddability & Open Source Features
31:01 Usability & Design Comparison
31:47 Soldering Demonstration (Pinecil)
34:00 Soldering Demonstration (TS101)
37:05 Soldering Demonstration (FNIRSI)
39:10 Final Comparison & Conclusions
44:29 USB-C to DC Barrel Jack Adapters
45:07 Wrap-up & Giveaway Details
47:31 Outro & Patreon Details
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