For soldering applications that require maximum reliability of solder joints, especially for surface mounted components, through hole and final assembly, only solder of the highest purity is acceptable. Kester does not make any vague claims of understanding solder purity. Only the highest quality metals are used to make Kester Solder Wire. A complete analysis of Kester Solder Wire proves that every batch conforms to the strictest quality controls in the solder industry.

Features:

• Leaded and Lead-Free
• Halogen-Free
• Solid flux
• for High-Reliability Soldering

Kester Solid Solder Wire meets IPC Specifications J-STD-006C Amendment 1.

Kester Solid Solder Wire meets IPC Specifications J-STD-006C Amendment 1.

The component elements in each alloy shall deviate from their nominal mass percentage by not more than 0.020% of the alloy mass when their nominal percentage is <0.10%; by not more than 0.10% of the alloy mass when their nominal percentage is >0.10% to <1.0%; by not more than 0.20% of the alloy mass when their nominal percentage is >1.0% to <5.0% or by not more than 0.50% when their nominal percentage is >5.0%.

Kester does not determine any applicable Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) exemptions for our lead-containing products at the user level.

Storage must be in a dry, non-corrosive environment between 10 to 40 °C (50 to 104 °F). The surface may lose its shine and appear a dull shade of grey. This is a surface phenomenon and is not detrimental to product functionality. Solid solder wire has a shelf life determined by the alloy used in the wire. For alloys containing more than 70% lead, the shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture. Other alloys have a shelf life of 3 years from the date of manufacture.