Hakko T18-C05 Beveled Solder Tip, 0.5Mm
Hakko T18-C05 — Bevel Solder Tip, 0.50mm
The Hakko T18-C05 is a 0.50mm bevel (C-type) solder tip for the Hakko FX-888D, FX-888, and legacy 900M/936/937 series soldering stations. The T18-C05 is the finest bevel in the T18 C-series, designed for ultra-tight-pitch SMD work, QFP and TQFP lead soldering, micro component placement, and precision rework where even a 0.80mm tip is too wide for safe access. The angled concave bevel face holds a minimal solder pool for precise, controlled delivery without risking bridges to adjacent leads.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Part Number / SKU | T18-C05 |
| Series | T18 |
| Tip Style | Bevel (C) |
| Tip Width | 0.50mm |
| Compatible Stations | FX-888D, FX-888, 936, 936-ESD, 937, 928, 913, 907, 907-ESD, 900M, 900M-ESD, 703 |
| Replaces | 900M series tips |
Compatible Stations
- Hakko FX-888D Soldering Station
- Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station
- Hakko 936 / 936-ESD Soldering Station
- Hakko 937 Soldering Station
- Hakko 928 Soldering Station
- Hakko 913 ESD Safe Fume Extraction Iron
- Hakko 907 / 907-ESD Soldering Iron
- Hakko 900M / 900M-ESD Soldering Iron
- Hakko 703 Soldering Station
- Replaces 900M series tips
Soldering Tip Care Guide
- Tin before and after every use — ultra-fine tips are especially vulnerable to oxidation; never leave the tip bare at temperature.
- Use brass wire tip cleaner — plunge the tip into brass wool (Hakko 599B-02) to remove flux residue without thermal shock. Use gentle strokes to avoid bending the fine tip.
- Re-tin immediately after cleaning — oxidation begins within seconds on an exposed fine tip at operating temperature.
- Use tip tinner/activator on oxidized tips — if the tip dewets, apply tip tinner promptly to restore the tinned surface.
- Keep temperature as low as practical — fine tips are more sensitive to oxidation at high idle temperatures; use the lowest effective setpoint.
- Replace tips showing cracks, pitting, or persistent dewetting — a damaged fine tip is unusable for precision work and should be replaced promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the T18-C05 compare to other fine bevel tips in the T18 series?
The T18-C05 at 0.50mm is the finest bevel in the T18 C-series — finer than the T18-C08 (0.80mm) and T18-C1 (1.00mm). It is the right choice when pad spacing is too tight for the C08 to work safely. For slightly less demanding fine-pitch work, the C08 is more forgiving and easier to work with. For any work above 1.00mm pad size, step up to the C1, C2, or larger for better heat transfer efficiency.
What stations is the Hakko T18-C05 compatible with?
The T18-C05 is compatible with the Hakko FX-888D, FX-888, 936, 936-ESD, 937, 928, 913, 907, 907-ESD, 900M, 900M-ESD, and 703 soldering stations and irons. It is not compatible with the FX-951 (T15 series) or FX-971/FX-972 (T39 series).
How do T18 tips differ from T15 and T39 series tips?
T18 tips are designed for the FX-888D/FX-888 and legacy 900M/936 series stations. T15 tips are for the now-discontinued FX-951 station. T39 tips are for the current FX-971 and FX-972 stations. The three series are not interchangeable — always match the tip series to your specific station model.
