Homebrew PCBs

Thanks for the recommendation, i should've asked before buying.
I've used it now for a few days, and it's OK for most stuff. Doesn't
leave much visible flux residue so that's something good, i suppose.

Maybe if i leave the bad solder out on the bench it'll grow legs, worth a try.
(That'll teach them :-)  )

But i'm afraid i might not get to buy the Kester 63/37, they are
pestering us about leadfree....

ST

On 8/21/07, pgdion1 <pgdion1@...> wrote:
> I had the same experience. We have some of the 5 core / multi-core
> stuff at work and it's performance is poor. Either not enough flux or
> the flux isn't as good, not sure which. I won't use it anymore at all.
> I like the Kester 63/37 RA '44' solders. They're also available in
> 60/40 but I prefer 63/37. Good wetting, nice flow with clean bright
> joints, and the tips of the iron stay in much better shape.
>
> I also keep some Kester paste flux on hand as well. It's great for
> tinning boards. I smear a thin layer over the board with my finger and
> then drag a long tip sideways (so the side of the tip contacts the
> board) over the board, I can tin a whole board in a few seconds. It's
> getting harder to find but it's Kester Rosin Paste Flux SP-44. Handy
> to have on hand when you just want a little dap someplace and not the
> puddle from the liquid stuff. Just don't leave it out on the bench as
> everyone thinks it's tip cleaner for some reason :-|
>
> Phil