Product Name
Leister 162.274 Solano AT Plastic Welding Starter Kit - Variable Temp Variable Speed Digital Hot Air Plastic Welding Heat Gun Kit
Brief Description
The Leister 162.274 Solano AT Plastic Welding Starter Kit is a professional-grade, lightweight, and durable digital hot air hand tool designed for a wide range of plastic welding, heat shrinking, and forming applications. It features variable temperature and speed control, a brushless motor for long life, and an ergonomic pistol grip design. This starter kit includes the Solano AT heat gun, various welding rods, and necessary accessories to begin plastic welding and repairs quickly.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Plastic welding and repairs- Heat shrinking and cable management operations- Cable shrinking- Color removal- Foil shrinking- Inflatable plastic fabrics welding- Plastic forming- Vehicle wrapping- Vehicle body upholstering- Floor laying- Protective cover welding- PVC banner welding and tarpaulin manufacturing or repair- Repairing surfaces on car bumpers, kayaks, canoes, vehicle dashboards, and sealing ATV fuel tanks- Detailed leatherwork
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Plastic Fabrication- Construction/ Building Services- Automotive Service/Repair- Tarp, Fabric, Awning Manufacturing- General Manufacturing- Electrical Services or Products- Marine- Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle- Flooring Installer or Manufacturer- Prosumer
Special and Unique Features
- Variable temperature (50-650°C) and variable air volume (200-350 l/min, up to 600 l/min at max temp) digital control- Brushless motor for long-lasting durability (up to 10,000 working hours)- Lightweight (0.75 kg / 1.65 lbs) and ergonomic pistol grip design for comfortable, long-term use- Quiet operation (< 65 dB(A))- Eco-Mode for energy savings up to 40%- Multi-level protection against overheating and damage (active cool-down function, configurable restart protection, burn protection)- Intelligent temperature controller for consistent performance- Connectivity via myLeister app (iOS, Android, Windows) for temperature calibration and configurable parameters- Practical dust filter (robust, fine-mesh, easy to clean, exchangeable)- 180° panorama soft-touch keypad for convenient operation- Can rest on its rear for hands-free operation
Key Properties
- Voltage: 120V (for this specific kit 162.274)- Power: 1800W (for this specific kit 162.274)- Temperature Range: 50 - 650 °C (122 - 1202 °F)- Airflow: 160 - 300 l/min (up to 550 l/min) or 200 - 350 l/min (up to 600 l/min)- Noise Emission Level: < 65 dB(A)- Weight: 0.75 kg (1.65 lbs) without power cord- Nozzle Connection: Ø 36.5 mm / 1.45 in- Motor Type: Brushless- Digital Display: Yes
Surface Compatibility
The Leister Solano AT is compatible with various thermoplastic materials commonly used in plastic welding and repair, including:- PVC (for banners, tarpaulins, industrial fabrics)- HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)- PP (Polypropylene)- ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)- TPO (Thermoplastic Olefin)- TEO (Thermoplastic Elastomer Olefin)- Other industrial fabrics and technical textiles
Known backups / known substitutes
- **Other Leister Hot Air Tools:** - Leister GHIBLI AW - Leister TRIAC AT / TRIAC ST - Leister HOT JET S - Leister ELECTRON ST- **Other Brands of Hot Air Welding Guns:** Weldy HT1600- **Soldering Irons (for small repairs):** Can be used for small plastic repairs, though not true welding- **Chemical Welders:** Best for small jobs and thin plastic, using chemical methods to melt and bond- **Extrusion Welders:** For thicker plastic parts like tanks, pipes, or large containers, providing stronger welds- **Ultrasonic Welders:** For small, precise parts in electronics, medical devices, and car parts, offering fast and clean joints- **Adhesives:** A common alternative for joining plastics, though not a weld- **Mechanical Fasteners:** Riveting, screws, and bolts
Comparison Note
The Leister Solano AT stands out as a professional-grade, digitally controlled hot air hand tool, offering a balance of power, precision, and user comfort. Compared to its predecessor, the GHIBLI AW, it is lighter, quieter, more durable due to its brushless motor, and more energy-efficient with Eco-Mode. While simpler tools like soldering irons or chemical welders exist for minor repairs, the Solano AT is designed for more demanding industrial applications requiring consistent, high-quality plastic welding, heat shrinking, and forming. For very thick plastics or high-precision, high-volume manufacturing, specialized tools like extrusion or ultrasonic welders might be more suitable, but for versatile hand-held hot air applications, the Solano AT offers advanced features and reliability.
