Solder flux

Started by Phil C, 08 Aug, 2020, 09:47

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Phil C

To solder a clutch cable nipple, I'm planning to buy a little blowtorch (cannister type), some plumbers' solder (leaded), and some flux. Can anybody please recommend a good flux for use with plumbers (leaded) solder?  Thanks in advance. 
Phil.

Bess

Hi Phil,
           Everflux is the best.

Best wishes...

Phil C

Thanks, Bess (long time, no speak.)

I see Everflux can be bought in a small twist stick (looks like a lipstick type thing.) As I only need a small quantity, that might be a good choice for me?  Anybody any experience of using a stick like that?

Phil

Pete A10

Screwfix do a small pot of La-Co flux paste for £3.49 which works well and has good reviews.

Bess

Hi Phil,
          I have not used the stick type as I use lots so a tub is my preference.

To be honest plumbers flux is aggressive and needs to be cleaned well after use, I use electricians fluxed solder with a high silver content for my cables.

Best wishes