The 12-038 is a Plug & Play, 25 Watt high-quality, thermally balanced soldering iron with a nichrome heating element and a maximum temperature range of up to 410°C/770°F. It's pre-loaded with a standard 1.6mm chrome-plated, iron clad and pre-tinned tip engineered to out perform and out live conventionally plated tips. Great for professional or hobbyist use.