How To Prepare Soldering Flux
Solder is the glue that holds the various pieces of metal together.
How to prepare soldering flux. Cleaning the flux residue. Begin by making sure the tip is attached to the iron and screwed tightly in place. It only says For electrical use only.
Flux is also formulated to remove any oxidation from pipe and actually etches pipe surface in preparation for the soldering process to be successful. The brush should be flexible and soft so that it wont damage the sophisticated electrical components. How to make soldering flux with rosin and alcohol.
The tinning process protects the tip from oxidation reduces wear and enhances heat transfer. We try it out and then test it by soldering a 28pin SOIC chip. The flux offered a density of 08 gml and a solid content of 15 percent.
If there is a coating over the metal it will have to be removed. How to Solder Step By Step. Make sure the soldering iron is hot.
Stir the juice in the container for 10 seconds with the wooden spoon. Do nothing until all of the juice has strained through. Wipe of the excess flux from the soldered joint with a piece of paper towel.
Tinning will also help to protect the tip and reduce wear. Flux is a wonderful goo that makes soldering faster and easier. Wipe any excess flux off your fingers or brush before soldering.