Hakko T18-D32 Chisel Solder Tip, 3.20Mm
Hakko T18-D32 — Chisel Solder Tip, 3.20mm
The Hakko T18-D32 is a 3.20mm chisel solder tip for the Hakko FX-888D, FX-888, and legacy 900M/936/937 series soldering stations. The wide 3.20mm chisel profile provides maximum contact surface area for efficient heat delivery to large through-hole pads, heavy connector pins, large wire terminations, drag soldering wide lead arrays, and any application where a narrower tip loses temperature rapidly on contact with high-mass joints.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Part Number / SKU | T18-D32 |
| Series | T18 |
| Tip Style | Chisel (D) |
| Tip Width | 3.20mm |
| 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
What stations is the Hakko T18-D32 compatible with?
The T18-D32 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).
When should I use a 3.20mm chisel tip vs. a smaller chisel?
The T18-D32’s 3.20mm width is best for high-mass applications where a narrower tip struggles to maintain temperature on contact — large through-hole connector pins, heavy wire terminations, ground plane joints, and drag soldering wide lead arrays. For standard through-hole and general SMD work, the T18-D24 (2.40mm) or T18-D16 (1.60mm) are more appropriate. For fine-pitch or tight-space work, use the T18-D08 (0.80mm).
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.
Is the Hakko FX-888D still the right station for T18 tips?
Yes — the FX-888D is a current-production Hakko station and the primary station for T18-series tips. If you are purchasing a new station, the FX-888D remains the standard recommendation for T18 tip users. The FX-971 and FX-972 use T39-series tips and represent a separate, newer product line.
