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Is this solder any good
Posted: Tue Nov 16, 2010 9:48 pm
by Stretchy
Just bought this solder.
http://www.amazon.com/Super-Solder-Wire ... B0002KRAB0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Is it ok or should I go with another one/type ?
Re: Is this solder any good
Posted: Wed Nov 17, 2010 9:30 am
by FourT6and2
60/40 rosin-core is fine. But I really prefer 63/37. It is eutectic, meaning it goes from a solid to a liquid and back to a solid at one temperature. Whereas, 60/40 goes from a liquid to a solid over the course of a RANGE of temperatures. This means it takes longer for 60/40 to solidify, which means more of a chance for cold solder joints.
Personally, I'd go with a 63/37 rosin-core solder like the stuff by Kester. It's available at most local electronics supply stores (not Radio Shack) or at The Tube Depot online.