10 best soldering irons for pipes

Polypropylene pipes have become the most popular material for the installation of plumbing, sewage and heating systems. This complex work can be done today not only by professionals, but also by novice masters of sanitary systems. It is enough to purchase a special soldering iron to securely connect the pipes, forming a sealed contour. When choosing a heating device, you need to pay attention to several parameters.

• Capacity of the device is selected under the thickness of polypropylene pipes. In the case of home installation with a diameter of 50 mm, you can choose a standard heater up to 1 kW. To connect pipes of greater thickness, serious aggregates of 1.2-2 kW are required.
• For each pipe size, you must have special nozzles. To heat large metal elements, the soldering iron must have good power. Actual sizes for home craftsmen will be 16 mm, 24 mm, 32 mm. Professionals have to work with nozzles from 10 to 110 mm.
• Structurally, the heating elements, as well as the holders are installed inside the soldering iron. Due to the thermal insulation of the holder, the instrument remains stable during soldering. The task of the heater is to melt polypropylene. But some powerful models are able to overheat polypropylene. Professional soldering irons have sophisticated control systems that control temperature and time conditions.

The price and quality of a soldering iron for polypropylene pipes depends on the manufacturer. The leading positions in our country are held by such companies as:

• Candan;
• Valtek;
• Wellner;
• REMS;
• Dytron;
• Prorab;
• Sturm;
• Brima;
• Resanta;
• Bosch;
• Rotorica;
• ENCOR.

The best soldering irons of polypropylene pipes were in our rating, which received positive feedback from domestic installers of sanitary systems.

The best soldering irons for beginners installers

When you need to make plumbing or a heating system in your house or apartment, you can give preference to low-cost "disposable" models. They are able to make qualitatively several dozen connections for reasonable money.

5 ELITECH SPT 800

This budget soldering iron of polypropylene pipes can be seen not only in the hands of novice installers, but also professionals. The model can work with 6 standard sizes of pipes, since 20 and finishing 63 mm. Experts note high-quality nozzles coated with Teflon. With a heater power of 800 W, the device is able to quickly warm up to 300 ° C. Cooling of the heater also occurs fairly quickly. The manufacturer completed his product with 6 nozzles, a stand, a reliable metal case, as well as a set of tools (screwdriver, hex key).

Analyzing customer reviews, there are several advantages and disadvantages of the device. On the one hand, the model deserves praise for power, fast heating and cooling, smooth seams, an affordable price. Complaints come to the address of an uncomfortable stand, a flimsy case, poor-quality Teflon coating.

4 CALIBER SVA-900T Promo

The simplest design has a domestic device CALIBER SVA-900T Promo. Probably, this feature attracts the attention of novice installers, which is confirmed by a large number of queries in the Yandex search system. The model is made in the classic xiphoid form, at the same time it is possible to work with two standard sizes of pipes. The heating temperature reaches 300 ° C, the manufacturer has not provided for adjustment. Included are 6 nozzles with a diameter of 20 to 63 mm and a metal case for transportation.

In the thematic forums, many users praise the device for a small price, ease of use and maintenance, a large number of attachments. Pleases the owners and reliable operation of the device. But with all the advantages it is difficult to accurately guess the beginning installer of the warm-up time, consumers are not satisfied with the flimsy stand.

3 Resanta ASPT-1000 65/54

The best soldering iron with the lowest price in our review was Resant ASPT-1000. The device allows you to connect a large range of polypropylene pipes, starting with a diameter of 20 mm and ending with 63 mm. Working temperature of the welding tool fluctuates in the range of 50-300 degrees. The maximum heater power is 1 kW. Complete with a soldering iron comes stand, wrench, screwdriver, case and instruction manual. The device is equipped with indicators of connection to the network and temperature. Long service life of nozzles provides special coverage.

Users are satisfied with the low price of a soldering iron, compactness, low weight, convenient case. Thanks to the long cord, you can use the tool without extension cords. The disadvantages include the quality of workmanship (there are burrs on the nozzles), an unsuccessful switch of temperature conditions, a small case.

2 ENKOR ASP-1500 / 20-63

One of the simplest soldering irons is the ENKOR ASP-1500 / 20-63 device. It is ideal for those homeowners who first encounter the need for laying heat and water pipes. The device provides heating of polypropylene pipes of different diameters to the 300 degree mark. The device provides for the simultaneous use of three nozzles with different diameters. The temperature range is controlled by a thermostat, there are two heating modes. Maximum power reaches 1.5 kW. Included are 6 couplings of different thickness.

Domestic owners speak positively about the configuration, ease of use, convenient stand. You can work with several pipe sizes at once. Among the shortcomings of consumers emit unreliable thermostat, fragile box. A good impression was left on the customer service.

1 Brima TG-171

Work on the installation of plumbing or heating systems will help the Chinese unit Brima TG-171. This inexpensive tool is compact and reliable. Technical parameters of the device make it comfortable to work with polypropylene pipes with a diameter of 20-63 mm. Although the power of the soldering iron is only 750 W, the tips warm up quickly. The device is equipped with a metal case, as well as such necessary tools as scissors, tape measure, marker.

Consumers liked the presence of three holes for coupling connections, which allows working simultaneously with 3 different diameters. The temperature controller and the power buttons work quite accurately. Of the inconvenience, users say unstable stand. Sometimes the thermostat does not work, which leads to failure of the device.

The best professional soldering irons of polypropylene pipes

Wizards installers who are professionally engaged in the installation of water supply and heating systems require a reliable assistant. It should not only have a good power, but also monitor the temperature and time interval, excluding defects in work.

5 Rothenberger Roweld Rofuse Print +

German apparatus for the installation of polymer pipeline Rothenberger Roweld Rofuse Print + is the most advanced design to date. With its help it is possible to connect pipes with a diameter up to 1200 mm. A distinctive feature of this expensive device is the presence of the recording of the welding process. All data can be stored on USB-drives, which simplifies the monitoring and analysis of the entire technological chain. The device can work not only in heated workshops, but also on open construction sites in the temperature range -20 ... + 60 ° С. With all the complexity of the design, it is easy to control the device, since the manufacturer has installed an intuitive panel. Experts note a high level of security, as well as the absence of current leaks.

Such a device is acquired by professional installers who perform work in high-rise buildings under construction. The device allows you to increase productivity and improve the quality of connections.

4 KERN Welder R63E

Classics of the genre in the world of professional soldering irons for the installation of polypropylene pipes is KERN Welder R63E. Masters all over the world fell in love with this model for the simplicity and quality of welding. The device is designed for daily use, it has an increased resource. The manufacturer used in the manufacture of soldering iron quality materials. The metal case has a long service life, plastic parts do not have a characteristic smell when heated. Included are 6 nozzles (from 20 to 63 mm), which are protected from corrosion by a Teflon coating. The master can simultaneously work with several pipe sizes due to the installation of two pairs of nozzles.

Many domestic users consider WELDER soldering irons the best tool for welding polypropylene pipes. The disadvantage is the lack of original products in the domestic trading network.

3 Rothenberger Roweld P40 T

The German apparatus Rothenberger Roweld P40 T is designed for socket welding of plastic pipes. The spectrum of synthetic materials that can be combined is the widest, starting with polypropylene and ending with PVDF. The model can be used for welding 4 standard sizes of pipes (20, 25, 32, 40 mm). The manufacturer has installed a powerful heater (650 W), the thermostat provides the specified temperature range. The device has a classic xiphoid shape, for convenience there is a special stand. This professional device weighs 1 kg.

Users mark such best qualities of a soldering iron as reliability and durability. It heats pipes quickly and evenly and cools rather quickly. The device is praised for its ease and compactness, the possibility of using a clamp. The disadvantages of the master include the lack of spare parts in service centers.

2 Dytron Polys P-4a 1200 W

Czech apparatuses for welding polymer pipes stand out for their quality and thoughtful management. In the Dytron Polys P-4a 1200 W soldering iron, the microprocessor controls and maintains the specified temperature. The accuracy of heating is provided within the error of 1.5 ° C. The tool has a powerful 1.2 kW disk-type heater. The diameter of the nozzles from 40 to 90 mm allows working with pipes with a thickness of 16-125 mm.It is possible to use the professional device both in rooms, and in the open air. The soldering iron can work with pipes made of polypropylene, polyethylene, PVC and HDPE.

Professional installers note such qualities of the device as high performance, accuracy in control, durability of nozzles. The disadvantages include only the high price and cramped suitcase.

1 CANDAN SM-05

The best value for money and performance has a Turkish-made soldering iron CANDAN CM-05. In its model range, it is the most powerful apparatus for welding polypropylene pipes. Thanks to the dual-circuit control system, it is possible to simultaneously or in turn turn on both heaters with a capacity of 1.2 kW each. The device is intended for installation of highways from pipes with a diameter of 90-160 mm. The information about heating is given to the master by two light indicators. They are extinguished when the nozzles are heated to operating temperature. The thermostat maintains the temperature in the range of 50-320 degrees. The heater is made of stainless steel, the device has one hole for the welding nozzle.

Consumers are pleased with the price, performance and durability. Pleases craftsmen quality of manufacture and selection of materials. Some users would like to see a richer assortment of nozzles.

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Candan

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