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Do you remove the flux from the solder? If so how do you do it?

Started by jimmybjj, April 19, 2011, 02:28:41 PM

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jimmybjj

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.
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night-B

I don't know how to remove it but flux prevents from oxydation so I let it on my PCBs  ;)

jkokura

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.

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jimmybjj

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
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tenwatt

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.
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jkokura

For the white residue, it should come off with a damp cloth or paper towel.

Jacob
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CRBMoA

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.



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