The Electric Optics Desolder Tool is used to suck up rogue solder and allows a clean start. Neatly placed solder not only makes your connections stronger, but also keeps your connections clean, and gives your bragging rights over your friends. Many times, the first attempt does not end up as clean as one would hope, and this handy little tool allows you to clean up your mess easily and allows for a quick fresh start. Anyone that is around a soldering iron more than a couple times can attest to a Desolder Tool.