Hakko T18-D16 — Chisel Solder Tip, 1.60mmThe Hakko T18-D16 is a 1.60mm chisel solder tip for the Hakko FX-888D, FX-888, and legacy 900M/936/937 series soldering stations. The chisel profile provides a flat working surface ideal for drag soldering, through-hole lead tinning, pad work, and general-purpose PCB soldering. The 1.60mm width is a versatile mid-size chisel well suited for standard-pitch through-hole components and moderate-density SMD work.Key Specifications Specification Value Part Number / SKU T18-D16 Series T18 Tip Style Chisel (D) Tip Width 1.60mm 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-D16 compatible with? The T18-D16 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 also replaces 900M series tips. It is not compatible with the FX-951 (T15 series) or FX-971/FX-972 (T39 series). What is a chisel tip best used for? Chisel tips provide a flat, rectangular working surface that contacts pads and leads efficiently. The T18-D16’s 1.60mm width is well suited for drag soldering rows of through-hole or SMD leads, pad tinning, wire termination, and general-purpose soldering on standard-pitch components. For very fine-pitch work under 0.5mm, a conical or needle tip is typically preferred. 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.
