I recently came to the realization that Iโ€™ve been kinda punishing myself with cheap no-name solder that is really difficult to work with.

I reluctantly bought this (rather expensive) lead free solder for around $25 and the difference really took me by surprise - it melts and flows so easily!

Kinda got me wondering what everyone else has been using for solder, or whatโ€™s worked well for you so far at least?

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Leaded baby

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With no ventilation! Mmm, smells like dying brain cells.

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The smoke is from the rosin core and flux. Lead free is equally bad for the lungs.

I wouldnโ€™t eat after touching Lead though.

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