Electronics Forum | Fri Aug 03 14:44:36 EDT 2007 | rpadilla
Depends on the manufacturer of the paste... Rosin-based-flux solder paste usually takes 12-24hr's to fully oxidize with open containers. Water-based flux usually is 3-12hr's, but some have a 24hr open container shelf life... However, uncertain unt
Electronics Forum | Tue Aug 21 13:24:50 EDT 2012 | cyber_wolf
As a side note: A lot of machine manufacturers call out IPA as a "degreaser". As an experiment put a dab of grease in a container with IPA then put some in a container with mineral spirits. Shake them up and see which one dissolves the grease. It's
Electronics Forum | Thu Aug 19 11:58:12 EDT 2010 | davef
From "Universal Instruments Packaging Specification" ... [snip] Packing Of Populated Boards · These parts require individual separation and protection to prevent electro static discharge and structural damage. They shall be packed in sealed, anti-st
Electronics Forum | Tue May 16 22:59:37 EDT 2000 | Dave F
How do you control the "lost" of dross dust in you collection can? When picking dross from our wave; we gear-up, hook-up an aux vent pipe, and use ss kitchen utensils to seperate the dross from the solder mass. We deposite the dross into a 5 gal co
Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 03 10:35:06 EDT 2005 | Wonderboy
Wait. I think you need to add that any product sold in EUROPE needs to be lead-free by July 1st, 2006. And let's clarify further. Lead is just one of numerous elements that will be restricted. In fact, quoted directly from the directive: "Member Stat
Electronics Forum | Fri Aug 11 14:48:00 EDT 2006 | flipit
Hi, I live in Minneapolis,MN USA. I was watching the news last night and began to laugh. There was a news story on the benefits of silver in fighting infection and healing. I know first hand that silver fights bacteria. I set myself on fire worki
Electronics Forum | Tue Oct 24 21:58:08 EDT 2000 | cklau
Hi; I think what you're looking for is something called "The cook book".The reason that call it that way is b'cos it contains all the needed information and example on how a particular component function in a circuitry.This book contains specificati
Electronics Forum | Sun Jul 29 09:17:20 EDT 2001 | davef
Tough to say, but ... Chlorine: Many fluxes contain chlorine. Sulphur: Many solders and paper packing materials contain sulphur. Sodium: No idea. IPC-J-001 talks to board cleanliness and specifies criteria according to the cleanliness test met
Electronics Forum | Fri Sep 10 08:39:01 EDT 1999 | ScottM
| Hello SMTNEtters': | | Does anyone know of any suppliers who can supply De-I H20 (some high-quality H20!!) in 55 gallon containers. | | We have no use for "point-of-use" treatment, like mixed bed, anion, or cation tanks, or anything like that...
Electronics Forum | Fri Jul 16 22:55:17 EDT 1999 | Vic Lau
| My wavesoldering machine is equipped with Titanium finger. What composition of Titanium alloy used ? Any grade difference, and which is the best grade for long life ? An info or website concerning it. Dear Barden, Sorry, I am not familiar with
