Soldering Flux: Your Friend or Foe?

Yes, we have all heard that flux is your friend in the soldering process, but considering the multitude of chemistries out there and the ever-changing applications, a flux could quickly turn into an enemy and a detriment to your process and the longevity of a product. Scary as it may be, join us for a moment in a lively question and answer discussion where we review some of the fundamentals of this ally and how you can work to make sure this material stays on your side.

Topics we will be reviewing are:

• The ABC’s of fluxes, what they are and how they came about.
• Activity levels, how they are determined and where they should be used.
• Choosing Clean or No-Clean, that is the question & the question (clean?).
• Selecting the right flux for the job.