Einhell TE-SI 18/480 Li E Cordless Soldering Iron, 18V PXC

The Einhell TE-SI cordless soldering iron is an 18V Power X-Change tool supplied without a battery or charger. Its adjustable 200°C–480°C tip temperature and interchangeable tips suit mobile soft-soldering tasks, provided you already have a compatible battery or budget for one.

At a glance

Temperature is adjusted on the tool with a dial, while an LCD shows the tip temperature and an LED indicates heating status.
The manufacturer describes it for soft soldering circuit boards, cables, wires, LEDs and displays.
Tips can be replaced without tools, and the supplied selection is two pointed tips and one flat tip.

Price

£48.00Save 26%

Reference price: ~~£64.95~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Cordless use with a compatible Power X-Change battery avoids needing a mains socket at the work area.
Three supplied tip shapes and adjustable temperature allow the tool to be set up for different soft-soldering jobs.
A tip-temperature display and separate heating-status LED make operating status easier to monitor.

Cons

A Power X-Change battery and charger are not supplied, so cordless operation requires compatible kit bought separately if you do not already own it.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity
Brand	Einhell
Model	4520400

Display and controls
Screen technology listed	LCD
Temperature range	200° C and max. 480 °C

Power and battery
Power configuration	Battery Powered

Performance and use
Rated wattage	50 watts
Heating element	Ceramic
Intended soldering	Soft soldering

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	0.35 Kilograms
Station cable length	130 cm

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The manufacturer says the tool is supplied without a Power X-Change battery or charger. Check that you have a compatible battery and charger before relying on it for cordless work. The listed station cable is 130 cm, so the soldering iron itself is not entirely cable-free. The listed wattage is 50 watts, while temperature and power details should not be treated as independently tested performance.

What’s in the box

Included

Cordless soldering iron
Solder
Cleaning sponge
3 soldering tips

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Einhell Power X-Change users who want a cordless soft-soldering tool for circuit boards, wires, cables or small electronic components.
Buyers who need adjustable tip temperature and interchangeable pointed and flat tips.

Less suited to

Anyone needing a complete battery-and-charger bundle should look elsewhere or purchase those separately.
Buyers who need a mains-powered soldering station or whose work falls outside the described soft-soldering tasks.

Einhell TE-SI 18/480 Li E Cordless Soldering Iron, 18V PXC · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 64 ratings

5 stars81%81%
4 stars10%10%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars2%2%
1 star2%2%

Aggregate customer ratings lean strongly positive, though a smaller share falls in the middle and lower star categories. That is a broadly favourable signal, not a report of specific strengths or faults. For buyers, it does not establish battery runtime, heating performance or how the iron handles any particular soldering task.

Frequently asked questions

Does this include a battery and charger?

No. The product listing says the soldering iron is delivered without a Power X-Change battery or charger. Both are available separately.

What temperature can the tip reach?

The manufacturer describes a range from 200°C to 480°C, adjusted using the dial on the tool.

What tips and accessories are supplied?

The stated set includes two pointed tips, one flat tip, solder and a cleaning sponge. The listing's included-components field gives three tips without detailing their shapes, while its feature text specifies two pointed and one flat.

What work is this soldering iron intended for?

The manufacturer describes it for soft soldering, including circuit boards, cables, wires, LEDs and displays.