Home Tweakers' Asylum

Tweaks for systems, rooms and Do It Yourself (DIY) help. FAQ.

RE: Why solder has a 'expiry date' ?

I'm not 100% sure, but I believe it is because the rosin core dries up or otherwise breaks down, which means the solder will not flow well. I think you can still use "expired" solder if you add some fresh rosin to the connection point.


This post is made possible by the generous support of people like you and our sponsors:
  Amplified Parts  


Follow Ups Full Thread
Follow Ups
  • RE: Why solder has a 'expiry date' ? - petercapo 07:04:47 03/19/15 (0)

FAQ

Post a Message!

Forgot Password?
Moniker (Username):
Password (Optional):
  Remember my Moniker & Password  (What's this?)    Eat Me
E-Mail (Optional):
Subject:
Message:   (Posts are subject to Content Rules)
Optional Link URL:
Optional Link Title:
Optional Image URL:
Upload Image:
E-mail Replies:  Automagically notify you when someone responds.