How To Solder Notes
So I’ve seen this video:
EEVblog #180 - Soldering Tutorial Part 1 - Tools
Hence, decided to take a few notes about it:
Choice of solder
**Solder should have lead inside **
Leadfree solder is harder to control
Gauge of solder should be < 0.5mm (0.46mm would be good)
The higher the gauge of solder wire, the harder to control the amount soldered. It’ll also take a longer time to melt.
The material inside the solder matters:
60sn/40pb 63sn/37pb (recommended) - melting point at same temperature
What does sn/pb/ag means?
- sn = tin
- pb = lead
- ag = silver
Screenshot from video
Solder should have flux inside
The flux cleans the copper part of the circuit board making it easier for the solder to adhere to the board.
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