When working on pcbs, or doing monitor cap kits what size solder is a good to use?
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I use 1.0mm for almost everything. Maybe a smaller roll for really small parts, but it's rare in this hobby.
Try not use multi core solder. It tends to need more heat to melt. Well general that not a problem on Newer boards but Old dried out PCB board where traces tend to lift anything to reduce the time and any excess heat transfer is a good thing.
Thanks for all the info guys. I know lead free sucks shit and that's what I've been using this whole time wondering why soldering was so difficult lol
Whatever you use......stay away from LEAD FREE solder. It's just horrid.
Edward
I just noticed you're in Canada.......land of "lead free".
Find you a Radio Shack across the border....and get yourself some real solder.
Old flux is my best buddyFlux is your friend.![]()
Old flux is my best buddy
I got a few gallons. Smiles
It's always best to stock up on the old solder you know they will pass a law sooner or later to unlaw the use of it. Just so it will prevent kids from eating it.
I scored on an old can of freon solvent not to long ago. I am a happy camper
I have some Kester no clean flux and was told it's only good for 12 months (have i been had?)
damn R-12 and earlier is like finding gold >.< (those are getting super rare to find).