If the Fine pointed tip that comes default with Hakko Fx-888D is not preferred by you, you have have an option of using this Hakko T18-C2 traditional Hoof tip. Since it covers more area, this tip can heat up your component faster and gives solid grip when placed on a PCB. This tip is in fact preferred by many professionals for through-hole soldering. You may use it with Lead as well as Lead free solder.