Hakko T18-C3 Beveled Solder Tip, 3.00Mm
Hakko T18-C3 — Bevel Solder Tip, 3.00mm
The Hakko T18-C3 is a 3.00mm bevel (C-type) solder tip for the Hakko FX-888D, FX-888, and legacy 900M/936/937 series soldering stations. The wide 3.00mm bevel face provides a large contact area for efficient heat delivery to high-mass joints, large through-hole connector pins, power terminals, large SMD pads, and bus bar soldering. The angled concave bevel holds a solder pool for controlled delivery while the larger face size maintains temperature stability when contacting heavy thermal masses.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Part Number / SKU | T18-C3 |
| Series | T18 |
| Tip Style | Bevel (C) |
| Tip Width | 3.00mm |
| 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 — coat the tip with fresh solder before setting the iron down and at session end to prevent oxidation.
- Use brass wire tip cleaner — plunge the tip into brass wool (Hakko 599B-02) to remove flux residue without thermal shock. Avoid wet sponges where possible.
- Re-tin immediately after cleaning — never leave a bare tip exposed at temperature; oxidation begins within seconds.
- Use tip tinner/activator on oxidized tips — if the tip dewets (solder beads off), apply tip tinner compound to restore the tinned surface.
- Keep temperature as low as practical — lower idle temperatures slow oxidation and extend tip life significantly.
- Replace tips showing cracks, pitting, or persistent dewetting — a damaged tip transfers heat poorly and produces unreliable joints.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the T18-C3 compare to other bevel sizes in the T18 series?
The T18-C3 at 3.00mm is a large bevel suited for high-mass joints and large pad work. For general-purpose and mixed SMD/through-hole work, the T18-C2 (2.00mm) is typically the better choice. For the largest pads, power terminals, and maximum heat transfer, the T18-C4 (4.00mm) provides even more contact area. For fine SMD and tight-pitch work, step down to the T18-C1 (1.00mm) or T18-C08 (0.80mm).
What stations is the Hakko T18-C3 compatible with?
The T18-C3 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).
What is a bevel (C-type) tip and when should I use one?
A bevel tip (C-type) has an angled, concave face that holds a small solder pool. This makes it excellent for transferring a controlled amount of solder to pads and leads while maintaining good thermal contact. The bevel provides more surface contact than a conical tip while remaining more controlled than a wide chisel, making it a versatile choice across SMD, through-hole, and connector soldering tasks.
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.
