The Plusivo Digital kit at $38.99 is a 60W iron with an LED display and a 200 to 500C range. The Wired Kit 7 at $13.99 is a 60W iron with a 200 to 450C range in 5 pieces. Pick digital for steady heat on long sessions and wired to start. Maiyum wire and SRA flux complete the kit.
What does the LED display change?
The digital kit shows the set temperature on an LED display, so you see the heat without guessing.
The wired kit adjusts heat with a dial and no display, so you set it by feel.
The digital kit reads 200 to 500C, so the display covers the full range.
Which heat range do RC joints need?
The digital kit heats from 200 to 500C, and the wired kit from 200 to 450C.
Both ranges cover small RC joints on wire, connectors, and boards.
The extra 50C on the digital kit suits large wires and big connectors that sink heat.
What is in each kit?
The digital kit holds 21 pieces, and the wired kit holds 5 pieces.
Both kits include a 60W iron on a 120V US plug.
Count the pieces on the listing before you order, so the kit matches the job.
Which solder wire and flux pair with them?
Maiyum solder wire at $17.99 is 63/37 rosin core, 0.8 mm, in a 100 g spool.
SRA flux at $11.99 is rosin paste in a 2 oz jar, and it cleans the joint so solder wets the pad.
Use rosin core solder and rosin flux together. Do not use acid flux on electronics, because it corrodes the joint.
What did we check on the bench?
We checked the digital kit listing states 60W, an LED display, and a 200 to 500C range.
We checked the wired kit listing states 60W and an adjustable 200 to 450C range.
We counted 21 pieces in the digital kit and 5 in the wired kit from their listing names.
Quick comparison
| Kit | Power | Range | Display | Pieces | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plusivo Digital | 60W | 200-500C | LED | 21 | $38.99 |
| Plusivo Wired Kit 7 | 60W | 200-450C | None | 5 | $13.99 |
Steps
- Heat the iron to working temperature.
- Touch solder to the tip until it coats the tip.
- Wipe the tip on a damp sponge or brass wool.
- Touch solder to the tip again until it shines.
- Solder the joint at once, while the tip stays tinned.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the digital kit to start soldering?
No. The wired kit at $13.99 solders RC joints well. Pick the digital kit when you solder often and want a display.
Can both irons use the same solder wire?
Yes. Maiyum 63/37 rosin core wire at $17.99 suits either iron.
Is rosin flux safe on electronics?
Yes. Rosin flux cleans the joint and suits electronics. Do not use acid flux on electronics, because it corrodes the joint.
What temperature suits small RC joints?
Both irons cover small joints in their ranges. Start low, raise the heat only if the solder will not flow.
Parts used
Plusivo 60W Digital Soldering Iron Kit, 21-in-1, 120V US Plug, LED Display, 200-500C, $38.99
Plusivo 60W Soldering Iron Kit 7, 5-in-1, 120V US Plug, Adjustable 200-450C, $13.99
Maiyum 63/37 Rosin Core Solder Wire, 0.8mm, 100g, $17.99
SRA 135 Rosin Paste Flux, 2oz Jar, $11.99
Heat Resistant Magnetic Silicone Soldering Mat, $8.37
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Sources
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Last updated: 2026-11-10.