Flux cored solder wire definition

Flux cored solder wire definition

What is flux cored solder wire definition?

The flux cored solder wire is referring to the specific type of solder wire that is pre equipped with a flux inside the wire. This is on the contrast of solid core solder wire. If you see from the section of a flux cored solder wire, you will notice a white spot inside the wire, that's the flux. It will be more noticeable for the big wire diameter ones, as the flux is more. Generally a flux is a nominal weight of 2.0%, but less flux or more flux can be made as per client's request.

How is flux cored solder wire comparing to solid core solder wire?

All solder needs to be used together with compatible flux in order to merge and bond the components together, if without property flux, the solder can not form a good joint and it's in a loose shape. Thus, if you choose a solid core solder wire, that means you have to prepare external flux to be used together. While a flux cored solder wire helps you with a much handy product, it can be directly used for soldering and no external flux is required.

 

In most applications, a flux cored solder wire would be the best choice for most users.

 

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