Solder Diameter

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Offline mpent

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on: March 08, 2013, 12:37:48 PM
Hello all,

I will soon be acquiring a Sex kit and am in the process of amassing the necessary tools for completion. Is there a preferred solder diameter that is best chosen for this type work?

Thank you.

Michael

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Offline Grainger49

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Reply #1 on: March 08, 2013, 01:51:31 PM
It is often personal preference.  I prefer small diameter solder.  Since it is sold by weight, it wouldn't make much difference in price.


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Reply #2 on: March 08, 2013, 01:54:44 PM
I like the skinny stuff.

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Reply #3 on: March 08, 2013, 02:50:48 PM
Thanks. I will start with .31 diameter.

Michael

Offline grufti

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Reply #4 on: March 09, 2013, 09:04:32 AM
I hope you mean .031". The other (.31) would be way too thick for electronic work.


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Reply #5 on: March 10, 2013, 10:26:58 AM
Yes, I meant .031. Thanks for clarifying though.

Michael

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Reply #6 on: March 25, 2013, 10:14:55 PM
I have the Crack on order and also trying to amass my tools. What type of core flux do you recommend? No-clean, RA, or RMA?

I have also chosen to go with 63/37. Is this a good choice?


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Reply #7 on: March 25, 2013, 11:54:45 PM
I prefer a small diameter solder.  That allows putting as much or little solder on at a time as I want. 

Good electronic solder has flux in it.  Whatever type is in the solder you chose will be fine.  I have never known what flux was in the solder I used.

It is my habit to clean the tip before and after every solder joint.  This keeps the tip clean.

Good luck!


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