Published by: Rework Tech Labs Reading Time: 7 minutes Introduction: Why the Gordak 952 Service Manual Matters The Gordak 952 is a staple in the electronics repair community. Known as a budget-friendly 2-in-1 hot air rework station and soldering iron, it is widely cloned and sold under various names (Yihua 952, Atten, etc.). However, like any precision tool, it is prone to failure—heating element burnout, fan control issues, or triac shorts.
Thermocouple multimeter or dedicated thermometer. Gordak 952 Service Manual
| Pin | Hot Air Handpiece | Soldering Iron Handpiece | |-----|------------------------|--------------------------| | 1 | Heater (AC Live) | Heater (AC Live) | | 2 | Heater (AC Neutral) | Heater (AC Neutral) | | 3 | Thermocouple (+) | Thermistor (Signal) | | 4 | Thermocouple (-) | Thermistor (Ground) | | 5 | Motor (24V DC +) | Not used (or reed switch)| Published by: Rework Tech Labs Reading Time: 7