CAIBI EQUIPMENT ASSESSMENTPINE64

Pinecil V2

Portable open-firmware temperature-controlled soldering iron powered by USB-C PD or a DC supply.

CAIBI · PROVISIONALOne of the most compelling low-cost irons for an AI builder if you understand that the iron is only part of the soldering setup.

WHERE TO BUY

Current buying routes

These are the regional prices and bundles CAIBI last checked. Always confirm the live price before buying.

UK1 checked route

specialist retailerVector 3D

£36.50

Vector 3D showed the exact PINECIL Smart Mini Portable Soldering Iron Version 2 in stock with an active Add to cart route when checked.

The iron is the comparison baseline. A suitable USB-C PD or supported DC power supply, power cable and stand are separate unless explicitly bundled.

Checked 5 Sep 2026 ↗

Vector 3D Ltd is a UK retailer in Littlehampton and currently lists the exact Pinecil V2 at £36.50 in stock. This is a domestic GBP buying route, not a conversion of the global PINE64 store price.

US1 checked route

manufacturerPINE64 Store

$25.99

Official global PINE64 store listed the Pinecil V2 at $25.99 with Add to cart when checked. This is a USD direct route rather than proof of domestic US fulfilment.

The iron does not include the USB-C power supply. Shipping, taxes and import handling can materially change the delivered total outside the store origin.

Checked 5 Sep 2026 ↗

The official store price is useful as the direct hardware baseline, but delivered cost depends on shipping and tax.

REQUIRED EXTRASSuitable USB-C PD power supply or supported DC supplyUSB-C cable rated for the chosen power routeStand and cleaning media for bench use

ONGOING CONSUMABLESReplacement soldering tipsSolderTip cleaner or brass wool

WHAT IT UNLOCKS

Capabilities

Temperature control
USB-C PD power
12 to 24 V DC input
IronOS open firmware
Replaceable short and TS100-compatible tips
Sleep and motion features

LIMITS

What to know before buying

A suitable power supply and stand may be extra
Performance depends on input voltage and power source
Portable form is not automatically a better bench workflow than a station

SOURCE

Key manufacturer specifications

Official maximum: 24 V / 88 W
USB-C: PD and QC 3.0, 12 to 20 V
DC input: DC5525, 12 to 24 V
Weight: 28 g with tip
Firmware: IronOS
Included tip: ST-B2 short tip

SOURCE TRAIL

Specifications, documentation and pricing

documentationPINE64 Pinecil V2 specifications↗manufacturerPINE64 official store↗independentTestClips UK Pinecil V2 listing↗

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