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Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] mini-project done, and cleaning no-clean flux

2006-11-27 by Leon Heller

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Leon Heller" <leon.heller@...>
To: <Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 7:56 AM
Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] mini-project done, and cleaning no-clean flux


> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "DJ Delorie" <dj@...>
> To: <Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 2:52 AM
> Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] mini-project done, and cleaning no-clean flux
>
>
>>
>> "Leon Heller" <leon.heller@...> writes:
>>> Rubbing alcohol is basically IPA, so it should be OK.
>
> I forgot to mention that it might contain oil of wintergreen, which will
> leave an oily residue. Pure IPA is best, and is easy to obtain from
> electronic suppliers.

Another option that works well is plain hot water. I remember once visiting 
a company that used a dishwasher for cleaning their boards.

Leon

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