60 W battery-powered, Makita-compatible electric soldering iron with adjustable temperature (around 300–500 °C) that runs off Makita 18 V/20 V Li-ion batteries (battery not included):
🔌 60 W Cordless Electric Soldering Iron (Makita 18–20 V Battery)
🧰 What It Is
A portable, battery-powered soldering iron designed to slide directly onto Makita-style 18 V / 20 V batteries (e.g., BL1830, BL1850, BL1860, etc.). It lets you solder even where corded power isn’t available — great for fieldwork, electronics repair, DIY, automotive wiring and other tasks.
Key Features
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🔥 Power: ~60 W output for strong, consistent heat.
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🌡️ Temperature Range: Typically ~300 – 500 °C, adjustable for different soldering jobs.
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⚡ Battery Compatibility: Works with Makita 18 V LXT / 20 V Max batteries (battery not included).
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⚙️ Fast Heating: Reaches soldering temp quickly (often in seconds).
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🛠️ Tip Style: Usually uses a common 936-series tip for easy replacement.
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🔌 Portable & Cordless: Ideal when you’re away from AC outlets.
📦 Typical Package (Varies by Seller)
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1 × 60 W cordless soldering iron body
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1 × Iron stand / holder
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(Some kits include sponge or basic accessories)
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Batteries & charger NOT included — you supply your own Makita batteries.
🛠 How It Works
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Insert Makita battery (e.g., BL1830B, BL1850B, BL1860B).
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Power on and set desired temperature.
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Start soldering: use like a regular iron — heat up joints and melt solder.
✅ Pros
✔ No power outlet needed — truly portable & cordless.
✔ Adjustable heat range suits different solders and tasks.
✔ Compatible with Makita 18 V/20 V batteries you may already own.
✔ Fast heat-up and useful for electronic or appliance repair.
⚠️ Cons
⚠ Battery runs down — soldering drains batteries faster than typical power tools.
⚠ Not a professional bench station — more for field or hobby use.
⚠ Quality varies — many are generic third-party tools, not official Makita products.
🧠 Best Uses
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Electronics and PCB repair
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Field wiring & automotive electrical jobs
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Household appliance repair
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DIY soldering where cords are impractical