The Weller WLC100 Soldering Station includes everything you need to start using solder to join metals and create efficient electrical and audio connections. Designed with the hobbyist and the do-it-yourself enthusiast in mind, this kit features a high-quality, lightweight pencil iron with variable power control and a safety guard iron holder. And it's from Weller, the world leader in soldering since 1945. At the heart of the WLC100 Soldering Station is a high-quality lightweight pencil iron with an ST3 iron-plated copper tip. To ensure that you can work comfortably for long stretches of time, the iron has a foam grip that is comfortable in your hand as you work. So you can continue using the same iron for a long time to come. Unlike many basic soldering kits, which can be difficult to adjust, the WLC100 features a variable power control that lets you adjust the power level from five to 40 watts with a simple turn of the knob on the base unit. This lets you choose the precise setting for each unique job that you tackle.