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What type of solution is solder?
Solder is a liquid metal alloy that is used to join metal components together when heated and then solidified. It is a eutectic mixture of metals, such as tin and lead, with a low melting point. Solder is commonly used in electronics, plumbing, and metalwork applications.
Tin and lead mixed together makes what?
solder--its an alloy used 4 joining metals
Is solder conductive?
A Conductor, SOLDER IS NOT AN INSULATOR. The most common types of solder are made of tin and lead. Another type is silver solder. All of the materials used are metals and are good conductors of both heat and electricity. If you solder something you would notice if you ever held a wire (without protection) while applying solder to it your finger would probably receive a burn (speaking from experience).
Does solder for electronics expire?
No. No quite true. NASA will recycle solder if old . LEAD is not exactly a clean metal it show oxidation if very old. Can it be used on your hobby yes of course.
Solder is made of tin and lead but what is the other chemical?
Traditional electronics solder also contains resin.
Which type of solder must be used when installing lines on a WH?
Only non acidic core and non resin core solder may be used. 2mm to 4mm solid solder is recommended.
How much silver is used in solder every year?
Approximately 1,000 to 1,500 tons of silver are used in solder each year. The demand for silver in solder applications primarily comes from the electronics industry, where silver solder is valued for its excellent conductivity and strength. This usage can fluctuate based on market conditions, technological advancements, and manufacturing trends.
What melts at 400 to 425 degrees Fahrenheit?
Tin and Lead-based solder. I have noi further information. there are different alloys with differing melting points. Acid-Core solder is NOT used in electronics work.
What is solder melting point?
Solder typically melts at temperatures between 180°C to 190°C (360°F to 375°F), depending on the type of solder alloy being used.
What is a alloy of tin and led?
An alloy of tin and lead is known as solder. Solder is commonly used in electronics and plumbing to create connections between components and to seal joints due to its low melting point and ability to bond with different metal surfaces.
What type of solder should be used for copper pipe?
For copper pipe, lead-free solder is recommended to ensure safe and effective connections.
How to remove solder?
Solder has to be heated in order to melt it for removal, usually by a soldering iron. Then the removal methods can vary. You can get a braided solder remover from a local electronics store that when applied to the melted solder will "wick up" the melted solder. Then there's the vacuum bulb or vacuum hand held solder pump that is used by placing it on the melted solder and either by releasing the bulb or tripping a lever, will literally suck the solder from the connection. Soldering is easy to learn but there are pitfalls if you're not familiar with the techniques, proper sizes of soldering irons, etc.
