xxkbxx Posted May 7, 2006 Report Share Posted May 7, 2006 I did soldering on micro components for Stryker corp. Tiny little things for the pin connectors. (like usb plugs) Flux was not used because it's a type of acid that could corrode. If it was used, (flux cored solder) we had to clean it up enough to pass a 100X microscope inspection.Interesting Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rigel Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 The places I worked where techs soldered, they treated it as an art form. I think I agree. If you use too much solder, you have a gobbed up mess that may short accross pins. If you stay on a lead to long you can ruin the board. Find some old stuff and practice on that. I work with teachers - some love to take off with their laptop still plugged in! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bearskin Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Hate to sound stupid, but what is Flux?I am not exactly sure. In plumbing it is used to help the solder both flow and bind to the metal. I believe it is used in the same way for electronics.flux is used for removing oxidation from the metal fittings. oxidation comes from exposure to the air..... it's dirty. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sethook Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Soldering tips and info..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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