INNOVATIVE FEATURES OF THE ALL NEW 988: ENERGY SAVER: Automatically powers down after 15 minutes of idling as indicated by the Pause LED-saving power while extending tip life. DELAYED SUCTION: Pump will continue sucking for 1-2 seconds after actuator is released, clears the tubes and prevents clogging of the tip. ANALOG AIR PRESSURE GUARE. COMBO UNIT: Integrates the solder and desoldering functions into one, space saving system. CERAMIC ELEMENT: Solder wand is our ergonomic mini-handle. STANDARD FEATURES: TEMPERATURE STABILITY: Tip temperature accurated to within ± 3 °C (6°F) SPIKE FREE CIRCUITY: Zero Voltage switching and fully grounded design makes this unit safe electro-sensitive devices. ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL: Adjustable temperature w/o changing tips. VACUUM SWITCH: The pump is controlled by a finger actuated, thyristor switching circuit located on the desoldering handle. IRON ASSEMBLIES: Detachable solder (new ergonomic mini-handle) and desolder wands for ease of use and repair. PUMP: A self-contained vacuum pump engineered to provide continuous, maintenance free operation. ISOLATED POWER SUPPLY: Powered by a high quality 24VAC transformer. ACCESSORIES: Optional XYFX1 fume extractor kit or SMD tip adapter