[sdiy] solvents/cleaners for flux

[Wayne Dubois]

I've found Acetone or  denatured alcohol  to all be fairly effective.  They
both require though: a) a moderate amount of scrubbing, and b) use in a
*very* well ventilated room (especially the acetone).  I've gotten pretty
good results from both, although to be honest I've never tried either of
them on 15 yr old flux.  The best part is that you can find them both in
bulk fairly cheaply at your local hardware store.

 - w

----- Original Message -----
From: "R. Drake" <rdrake at data2action.com>
To: <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2003 7:40 AM
Subject: [sdiy] solvents/cleaners for flux


> All,
>
> i'm starting on a restoration project of some old PAIA modules.  first
order
> of business is to clean quite a bit of left over (15 year old) flux--any
> suggestions on solvents or techniques?  any standard solvent, or do i need
> to spring for something specifically designed for this (looks like $15
from
> mouser)... & if the latter, any specific brands?
>
> thanks,
>
>
> Bob Drake
> rdrake at data2action.com
> 216.556.2459
>
>
>