I know it's not necessary but it helps with debugging and it just looks better. I haven't found a way I like yet.
I don't know how to remove it but flux prevents from oxydation so I let it on my PCBs ;)
Do you mean 'how do you remove flux residue after soldering?'
If so, a toothbrush, some rubbing alcohol or acetone, and some paper towel. Apply in the way that makes sense to you.
Jacob
Quote from: jkokura on April 19, 2011, 03:11:50 PM
Do you mean 'how do you remove flux residue after soldering?'
If so, a toothbrush, some rubbing alcohol or acetone, and some paper towel. Apply in the way that makes sense to you.
Jacob
yes that's what I mean :) I've tried the rubbing alchol but it leaves a white residue. I will give acetone a try.
thanks
I use electronic parts cleaner an q-tips when I have to add flux to remove a componant. It's rare that I've seen enough flux on the boards to feel like I needed to remove it.
For the white residue, it should come off with a damp cloth or paper towel.
Jacob
I have removed it in the past, but I really find it so be more of a pain than it is worth.
As my soldering technique improved, I found I used less solder, and therefore less residue, so it has become more of a non issue.
But alcohol, a toothbrush and various swabs will get you there.
You could get fancy and get an acid brush but a toothbrush works just fine.
http://store.curiousinventor.com/guides/how_to_solder/cleanup/