GLOW CORE is a no-clean, resin-based flux cored wire solder
designed to offer excellent wetting characteristics and lead-free compatibility.
This product is very active and is recommended for fast cycle time soldering.
GLOW CORE flux promotes good thermal transfer, offering better solder
penetration into plated through holes or surface mount interconnections. GLOW
CORE cored wire produces low-to-medium post-process residues that are
electrically safe and do not require cleaning for most applications. GLOW CORE
is operator-friendly and can be a drop-in for any no-clean or RMA type
applications.
Handling: · GLOW CORE cored
wire has a shelf life of 3 years when proper storage conditions are
observed. · Store GLOW CORE in a clean, dry area away from moisture and
sunlight. Do not freeze this product
Application:
· Solder iron tip temperature should be between 700° - 800°F (370° - 425°C)
for Sn/Ag and Sn/Ag/Cu (LF218, CASTIN, TSC-4, etc.) alloys.
·
Hold the solder iron tip at a 45° to 60° angle to the work surface. · The
solder iron should contact both the component lead and PCB pad surface. ·
Solder and flux should flow onto the lead and pad or lead and barrel to promote
optimum flux activity for the joint being worked. · If additional flux is
needed, the use of AIM flux dispensing pens is recommended for dispensing
precise amounts of flux to eliminate over-saturation.
Cleaning:
GLOW CORE can be cleaned with saponified tap water or an alcohol and water blend.
AIMTERGE 520 or ChemTools
PCB Wash is recommended. A water temperature of 140°F is recommended, and
should be adequate for removing any postprocess residues.
