Soldering Iron Tip Cleaner — stainless steel body with extremely fine wire (metal) sponge for thorough, water-free tip cleaning and safe containment of metal waste. Key benefits Thorough cleaning: the extremely fine wire sponge gives all-around access to the soldering tip, removing oxidation and excess solder for a consistently clean, well-tinned tip. Clean work surface: the design encloses metal waste so particles do not splash or drop onto your bench. No water required: the metal sponge cleans effectively without water, eliminating the need to manage contaminated wastewater. Durable, high-temperature construction: stainless steel withstands temperatures up to 800°C (1472°F), resists deformation, and supports long-term use. Integrated storage and cooling: bracket slots on both side edges and the handle accept a rolling piston (placed in the grooves) for cooling and secure storage between uses. Compact and convenient: palm-size unit sits on your workbench for easy access during soldering tasks. Function and specifications Cleaning element: extremely fine wire metal sponge for dry cleaning of soldering iron tips. Housing: stainless steel body, temperature resistant to 800°C / 1472°F. Built-in bracket slots: located on both side edges and the handle to hold a rolling piston in the grooves for cooling and storage. Size: palm-sized for bench placement and ready access (compact footprint). How it solves common problems Prevents tip contamination from leftover solder and oxidation by providing full access around the tip for effective cleaning. Avoids messy water-based cleaning methods and the need to dispose of metal-contaminated water. Protects the work surface from dropped metal debris and minimizes cleanup time. Extends tip life through consistent, gentle dry cleaning and reduces tip replacement frequency. Practical applications / use scenarios Electronics assembly and repair: keep soldering iron tips clean while soldering PCBs, component leads, and connector pins. Bench and field service work: compact, durable cleaner for technicians who need a reliable, mess-free tip cleaner on a workbench or in a portable toolkit. Hobbyist and DIY projects: convenient, palm-sized cleaner for model-making, small electronics projects, and precision soldering tasks. What to expect in everyday use Place the palm-sized cleaner on the bench within reach. Wipe the heated tip through the fine wire sponge to remove oxidation and excess solder. Use the bracket slots to secure a rolling piston in the grooves for tip cooling and storage between jobs. Minimal maintenance: metal sponge supports repeated dry cleaning without water handling. This cleaner is designed specifically for cleaning soldering iron tips, offering durability, safe waste containment, and a water-free method for routine tip maintenance.