ACTION ELECTRONICS WES51 User Manual

WARNING: This product, when used for soldering and similar applications, produces chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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MODEL WES51 ELECTRONIC SOLDERING STATION
DESCRIPTION
The WES51 Soldering Station is one in a series of products, which have been developed for industrial manufacturing as
well as for the rework and repair sector. The microprocessor control allows for simple and easy operation. The digital
electronic control system offers excellent control performance for various soldering jobs.
A grounded soldering iron tip, zero power switching and anti-static design of the station and tool allows the WES51
Soldering System to meet the high quality standards established by Weller
®
. The station features external tip temperature
offset and the ability to lock the tip temperature setting using the PW50 Probe supplied. The station will automatically
enter a sleep mode and shut off power to the tool and indicator LED after 99 minutes of inactivity.
Tip temperature is adjustable in the range of 350°F to 850°F (177°C to 454°C), with the front panel temperature control
knob. The LED power indicator will be Green for normal operation or Red, if the temperature is Locked. The LED for
the WES51 will also indicate the operation of the station by the following sequence: Indicator LED full On, indicates that
the station is ramping up to temperature (this can be indicated in either the Green  Unlocked mode or the Red 
Locked mode). Indicator LED full Off or flashing steadily, indicates that the station has reached the Set Point (this also
can be indicated in either the Green  Unlocked mode or the Red  Locked mode). This soldering station is UL/CUL
listed and meets all applicable standards for the CE mark.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack unit carefully. Place spring and funnel in slot in top of tool stand. Dampen the sponge, distilled or de-ionized water
is preferred. Insert tool in holder and connect tool plug to receptacle on power unit; rotate plug housing Clockwise (CW) to
lock plug into receptacle. Insert line cord plug into properly grounded AC receptacle and turn station On. Set
temperature control knob to desired tip temperature. Wait 30 seconds. Remove tool from holder and tin tip with solder. Unit
is ready for use once the LED begins to flash, indicating that it has reached the operating temperature (indicated in either
the Green or Red mode).
Always use the lowest temperature that will handle the load that you are soldering. The Weller
®
electronic control provides
maximum power to the heated load even when set to the lowest temperature; therefore, there is no need to use high
temperatures to handle heavy soldering loads. By using lower temperatures and properly selecting tip styles, sensitive
components will be protected from heat damage.
WARNING: Do not remove ground prong from line cord plug. Removal may cause tip temperature control to be erratic.
AVAILABLE MODELS AND HAND PIECES
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
WES51 Power unit, 120V 60Hz, °F dial markings, PES51 tool and tool stand
WES51DUK Power unit, 230V 50/60 Hz, °C dial markings, PES51 tool and tool stand
PES51 50 watt Soldering Tool w/ETA Tip
PARTS AVAILABLE AT WWW.ACTION-ELECTRONICS.COM
OR CALL 1-800-563-9405 or (714) 547-5169
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ACTION ELECTRONICS WES51 Specifications

General

Brand	ACTION ELECTRONICS
Model	WES51
Category	Soldering Gun
Language	English

Summary

MODEL WES51 ELECTRONIC SOLDERING STATION

DESCRIPTION

Details the WES51 Soldering Station's features, microprocessor control, and digital electronic control system.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Provides step-by-step guidance on unpacking, setting up, and using the soldering station.

SAFETY WARNINGS

Covers critical safety advice including ground prong, component protection, and chemical exposure.

AVAILABLE MODELS AND HAND PIECES

Lists available product models (WES51, WES51DUK, PES51) and their descriptions.

SPECIFICATIONS

STATIONS

Lists technical specifications for the WES51 station, including power, size, and temperature range.

PENCILS

Details specifications for the PES51 soldering pencil, including wattage, tip material, and sensor type.

STANDARDS

Outlines compliance with various military and safety standards.

ACTIVATION OF LOCKOUT FEATURE

Explains how to activate and deactivate the temperature lockout feature using a pencil.

TIP TEMPERATURE "OFFSET" PROCEDURE

RESET STATION TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS

Describes the procedure to reset the station's temperature settings to factory defaults.

AUTO OFF FEATURE

Explains the automatic shut-off feature that turns off power after inactivity.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Provides troubleshooting steps for common issues like the tool not heating or overheating.

TIP TEMPERATURE TESTING ERRORS

Notes on potential errors during tip temperature testing and recommended methods.

MODEL PES51 50 WATT SOLDERING TOOL

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Details the features and construction of the Weller PES51 Soldering Pencil.

PES51 SERIES SOLDERING TOOL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Offers troubleshooting steps specifically for the PES51 soldering tool, including no heat and overheating.

CAUTION

Important safety note about disconnecting from the power unit before attempting repairs.

NOTE

Highlights potential erratic temperature control if the ground pin is removed from the line cord.

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

SELECTION OF WELLER® SOLDERING TIPS

Lists various Weller soldering tips with their descriptions, tip size, and reach.

EXPLODED VIEWS

EXPLODED VIEW WES51

Provides an exploded diagram illustrating the components of the WES51 Soldering Station.

EXPLODED VIEW PES51

Presents an exploded diagram showing the assembly of the PES51 Soldering Tool.