ODP: ODP: Enlighten a semi-novice

[Roman Sowa]

> At 01:34 PM 29/06/99 +0200, Roman Sowa  wrote:
> >I use separate flux when the board is not solder plated, i.e. when I etch
> it
> >at home. And even then, when I intend to solder all parts immediately
> >after etching I dont paint the board with the flux before soldering.
> 
> I use a wire brush to clean the copper before soldering, and never have
> any
> problems. I can't imagine that using actual paste flux can be good for 
> components, it is hellish corrosive.
> 
> paul perry melbourne australia
> 
	[Roman Sowa]  
	So I guess 'flux' means something different - I never used anything
	corrosive while soldering. Only rosin disolved in alcohol.