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Thread: copper wire, flux removal
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12th Nov 2008, 09:04 PM #1New Member
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copper wire, flux removal
Hi, I am looking for something to remove excess flux after soldering copper wire. I haven't done any soldering before and the tutorial recommends flux remover so that the copper wire can be patina'd. The one welding shop I found, didn't know what I was talking about, which is probably understandable since I hardly knew what I was asking for!
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Kym
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12th Nov 2008, 10:27 PM #2
Just some soapy water should do the trick or depending on the size of the project some soapy water or metho on a cotton wool bud.
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12th Nov 2008, 10:40 PM #3New Member
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13th Nov 2008, 07:01 AM #4
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Gday kym: you mmay find this a help.www.efunda.com/materials/solder/guidelines.cfm
billym
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13th Nov 2008, 07:51 AM #5New Member
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I learnt something. Solder clean metal. Some of it was very technical but I should make sure the copper is not oxidised so clean it well first. Solder quickly and with as low a temp that will do the job. Pretty good tips so thanks!
Kym
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13th Nov 2008, 01:22 PM #6
Flux remover is used a lot on circuit board making, so both Dick Smith, & Jaycar, should have it.
Chris
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13th Nov 2008, 03:04 PM #7
Flux Remover fumes can be toxic, particularly if they get near a naked flame.
Metho & a toothbrush is a bit slower but much safer.Cliff....if all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail...
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