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Originally Posted by blue_pinky
The problem could be a couple of things...leaded solder has a lower melting point than lead free, and the flux in the 2 solder types is probably different as well, so that's probably not helping either.
I'd always suggest a pure joint ( ) is more reliable!!! Do you have a solder sucker or any de-soldering wick to clean the joints up with?
It might be too late, but if you'd like some leaded solder I've still got some and always have it with me at club. I also have a solder sucker, but no wick right now, that can be cheaply picked up off ebay though. |
I got some of Maplin's own-brand-no-brand desoldering wick and it is complete junk! The braid is so tight that nothing will wick up it! I did have some of the Soldamop branded stuff which worked so will have to seek out a small roll of it (Maplin now only sell a giant roll at a silly price).
Maplin is also where I got my lead-free solder.
Maplin is crap.
I might have to get hold of some lead solder again. My understanding is that is is not banned for "hobby" use, even if it is I believe my sponsor still has a few packs hanging around
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