What should I look for in soldering wire?
Lead-free solder wire usually contains tin, silver and copper. Lead- free wires are more expensive than lead alloy solder wire, also their melting temperature is higher. This means that they require higher temperature flux. The problem with lead-free solder is that it can be highly brittle.
What are the safety rules for soldering?
Soldering Safety
- Never touch the element of the soldering iron…. 400°C!
- Hold wires to be heated with tweezers or clamps.
- Keep the cleaning sponge wet during use.
- Always return the soldering iron to its stand when not in use. Never put it down on the workbench.
- Turn unit off and unplug when not in use.
What makes a good solder?
Good solder joints A good solder joint will have a shiny finish to it, and it should not have too much solder. Typically the contour of the solder around the joint should be slightly concave.
Is it safe to solder inside?
Soldering with lead (or other metals used in soldering) can produce dust and fumes that are hazardous. In addition, using flux containing rosin produces solder fumes that, if inhaled, can result in occupational asthma or worsen existing asthmatic conditions; as well as cause eye and upper respiratory tract irritation.
How do you solder silver wire to a wire?
Slide a 1″ piece of shrink tube onto one of the wires and then twist the two ends of wire together. Place the soldering iron against the wire to heat it up, and push the solder into the wire. It should start to melt and get wicked up into the wire, coating it in silver. Remove the soldering iron to let it cool.
What is the best soldering tip for beginners?
Beginners often think that applying pressure to the joint will help the solder flow, but keep in mind that this can damage the board. You should opt for a chisel tip, which are perfect for wire, desoldering, through-hole, and surface-mount soldering.
How do you make a soldering iron harder to solder?
Tin you tip, Do this by applying a small amount of solder on the tip of the soldering iron before trying to solder anything. Once you have tinned the tip you will want to make you solder connection as quick as possible. The longer you want the harder it will be to solder. worst comes to worst re clean the tip and tin again.
What happens if you use too much power for soldering?
If your soldering iron has to much power you will melt the insulation before you have enough time to solder a joint. Its better to have a soldering iron slightly less powerful then it should be rather then a soldering iron with to much power. As I talked about above there are thermostatically controlled soldering station out there.