High Performance Soldering Iron WPS18MP. Heats up & recovers three times faster than a standard home/hobbyist soldering iron. The 18W iron heats from room temperature to 480 degrees C in just 35 seconds & delivers performance equivalent to a typical 60W iron. Heats up to working temperature in just 35 seconds. Patented design provides temperature recovery that exceeds that of a 60W iron. Red power-on LED changes to green when iron reaches working temperature. Tip is elevated when tool is placed flat on work surface &8211; no stand is needed. Tips use a modular plug for easy tip exchange. Ideal for electronics hobbyists. Tip temperature to 480°C (900°F ). Bright white LED illuminates the working area. High Performance Soldering Iron SOLDERING IRON, 18W, WPS1.