Need tips for Weller MLR-20

[Zaphod Beeblebrox]

Greetings all.

Can anyone recommend a source (preferably U.S.) for tips for a Weller
MLR-20 soldering pencil?

I got this from a surplus dealer with a WECP-20 base station. The set
appears to be in good condition (regulates temp, etc.), but I've been
having trouble locating replacement tips.

I did find out that Plato makes tips that fit this iron (It had a
Plato tip already, in fact):

http://www.platoproducts.com/page18.htm

However, when I follow their "Distributors" links, I find that most of
the distributors don't stock this series at all, and those that do,
have a very limited selection, and listed as non-stocking.

I'm beginning to suspect that this model was not widely sold in the
U.S. (the base on mine had a European 230V plug); hence the lack of
distributors who feel the need to stock parts.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[Michael A. Terrell]

Greetings all.

Can anyone recommend a source (preferably U.S.) for tips for a Weller
MLR-20 soldering pencil?

I got this from a surplus dealer with a WECP-20 base station. The set
appears to be in good condition (regulates temp, etc.), but I've been
having trouble locating replacement tips.

I did find out that Plato makes tips that fit this iron (It had a
Plato tip already, in fact):

http://www.platoproducts.com/page18.htm

However, when I follow their "Distributors" links, I find that most of
the distributors don't stock this series at all, and those that do,
have a very limited selection, and listed as non-stocking.

I'm beginning to suspect that this model was not widely sold in the
U.S. (the base on mine had a European 230V plug); hence the lack of
distributors who feel the need to stock parts.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

E-mail Plato and ask which distributor carries that type of tip.
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[Zaphod Beeblebrox]

E-mail Plato and ask which distributor carries that type of tip.

I've sent e-mails to both Plato and Weller, same time I posted my
original message. Being a weekend, I suppose I'll have to wait a few
days to hear from them.

Just thought I'd post here in case anyone could offer any references
etc.