As Zane mentioned, he's getting a used Metcal SP-200 station to play with. I also know this because he got it from me..... For those of you who don't know, these are professional-grade induction-heating systems with extremely light handpieces and dozens of interchangeable tips. Heat is practically instantaneous, and they are also static-free. They also run about $400 new. The surplus shop where I work during a goodly portion of my free time has a limited number of power supplies and handpieces available, unfortunately, no tips or stands. We got them from an electronics plant that shut down. Tips range from about $15 up to $30 new, I think, depending on the tip. If you're interested in one, email me off-list and I'll let you know what we have. These are great irons -- I have two (one at home and one at work) and absolutely love both of 'em. I hung up my Weller and my Ungar when I got the Metcal. Thanks. Paul Braun WD9GCO Cygnus Productions nerdware_nospam(a)laidbak.com