Well, I don't focus on wattage as much as temperature. I normally use my Hakko FX888D soldering station, usually set at 500F for PCB work. IMO, if you're going to be doing much soldering on PCB's, you want a temperature controlled iron. The Hakko is actually a 70 watt iron, so if you need the heat for a heavier job, it can deliver the goods. However, the temperature control allows you to do fine work on PCB's without the danger of lifting traces. Excessive heat is the enemy of any PCB. I've seen some ugly PCB soldering jobs in my time, so I always recommend the proper tool for the job.
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