UY CHAN Original TS101 Soldering Iron Station Kit 65W PD Programmable with B2 Tip USB-C Review (2026)

Who this soldering iron is for

The TS101 targets FPV pilots and drone builders who want a portable iron that runs off USB-C power delivery instead of a bulky bench station. Because it accepts DC input as well as PD, it works from a wall adapter at the bench or from a PD power bank when soldering flight controllers and motor wires away from home. The listing describes it as the original UY CHAN version upgraded from the earlier TS100, with a digital display and programmable firmware. Builders who mostly work on small pads, XT30 connectors, and thin gauge silicone wire will get the most from the bundled B2 tip, while anyone routinely soldering thick battery leads or large ground planes should plan on a separate, beefier tip.

Power and heating performance

According to the manufacturer and retailer listings, the TS101 accepts a DC5525 barrel input rated up to 65W and a USB-C PD input rated up to 45W, so the iron can draw more power from a dedicated DC supply than from a phone charger. Temperature is adjustable across a wide range and shown on an onboard OLED screen, with a boost mode for quicker heat up when starting cold. Reaching working temperature from a capable PD source takes only a few seconds according to the product description, which matters for field repairs between flights. Actual heat up speed and sustained power depend on the wattage the connected charger or power bank can actually deliver, since PD sources vary.

Programmable features and build

A standout feature is that the TS101 is reprogrammable: connecting it to a computer lets you adjust temperature ramp curves and customize behavior such as sleep timers and shutoff, which is unusual at this price point and appeals to builders who like tinkering with firmware. The iron includes a built in smart processor and motion sensors that trigger sleep mode when the iron sits idle and warn on overheating. It uses the same tip style as the original TS100, so pilots upgrading from that model can reuse existing tips rather than buying a full new set. The included B2 tip is a general purpose chisel style tip suited to typical FPV soldering.

Trade-offs versus other iron kits

Compared with the HGLRC RC2 kit, which bundles an OLED display and a 65W rating in a similarly compact form, the TS101 leans more on its open programmability and PD flexibility than on a polished out of box interface. Against basic 60W adjustable stations like the Aoyue 469 or generic 60W kits with five swappable tips, the TS101 gives up a multi tip set in exchange for portability and USB-C convenience, since it is not tied to a wall outlet. Builders who need multiple tip shapes out of the box, or who solder large gauge wire regularly, may prefer a kit that ships with more tip variety rather than the single B2 tip included here.

Bottom line

The UY CHAN TS101 fits FPV pilots who want a genuinely portable iron that can run from a car charger, wall PD adapter, or power bank at the flying field, and who are comfortable working within the temperature range a PD source allows. It is not the best fit for anyone who solders heavy gauge wire often or wants several tip shapes included from day one. Given the reprogrammable firmware and dual DC and PD input, it is a strong pick for hobbyists who value flexibility and portability over a full bench soldering station setup with a dedicated multi tip case.

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