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Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: how homemade tinning?

2010-05-22 by Harvey L. McRae

O.K.  Thanks for the info:

Harvey L. McRae, 
838 McKenzie Rd.,
Kelowna, BC. V1X2B3,
www.webs.com/harriscreekcentral
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Kerry Wentworth 
  To: Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com 
  Sent: Friday, May 21, 2010 9:47 PM
  Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Re: how homemade tinning?


    
  Prevents oxidation of the copper, and flows solder well.

  Kerry

  Harvey & Betty McRae wrote:
  > Well, I'm new enough to this etching process, that I wish to ask a question.. First, I'll say I am very happy to see a nicely etched board, having good solid copper carriers.. So now what is the purpose of tinning.? Can someone give me a quick answer. Thanks.
  >
  >
  > Harvey L. McRae, 
  > 838 McKenzie Rd.,
  > Kelowna, BC. V1X2B3,
  > www.webs.com/harriscreekcentral
  >
  > 

  -- 
  Kerry Wentworth
  The Skunk Works
  85 N Main St
  Boscawen, NH 03303
  603 753-8933


  


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