Solder paste is an elaborate mixture of metal powders, acids, thixotropes, solvents and a variety of other chemicals. When ...

The result is a 3D model that is like a solder paste mask combined with a raised border to match the board outline, so that the whole thing self-aligns by fitting on top of the PCB. A handy ...

Nowadays we “place” a component on PCB’s without the need of holes for the components leads, and instead of applying solder after the fact in its molten form, we use a solder paste ...

Safety glasses must be worn at all times. For example, wires being cut, PCBs milled, or chemicals used can create unexpected hazards. Solder and solder paste contain lead and other heavy metals which ...