Re: gEDA-user: OT: need fine (5 to 10 mils) solder

[Bert Douglas <bertd@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I have done a good bit of hand soldering of smt parts.  Lots of trial 
and error.  The smallest solder I have found is 0.015 inch.  This is 
small enough.  I think I got mine at digikey.

It would be really nice if solder paste didn't cost so much and spoil so 
quickly.

The tools I have found indispensible are:
-stereo microscope
-fine point weller iron
-hot air unit by hakko
-solder wick

Regards,
Bert Douglas


David Koski wrote:
> I have some boards to produce that have components with about a 9 mil
> pad spacing and my 15 mil solder is a little big.  After searching on
> line I gave up in frustration trying to find an online store that
> sells ultra fine solder although 15 mils (0.015) seems common. I did
> find one manufacturer but could not find anyone that would sell a pound
> or less (or even more.) Any clues appreciated.
>
> Best Regards,
> David