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Technical Data Sheet
Solid Solder Wire
Product Description
for High Reliability Soldering
For soldering applications that require maximum reliability of solder joints, especially for surface mounted components,
through hole and final assembly, only solder of the highest purity is acceptable. Kester does not make any vague claims
of understanding solder purity. Only the highest quality metals are used to make Kester Solder Wire. Complete analysis of
Kester Solder Wire prove that every batch conforms to the strictest quality controls in the solder industry.
Maximum Allowed Impurities
Kester Solder Wire meets IPC Specifications J-STD-006C.
Element
Antimony
Copper
Gold
Aluminum
Cadmium
Zinc
Silver
Bismuth
Arsenic
Iron
Nickel
Indium
Sb
Cu
Au
Al
Cd
Zn
Ag
Bi
As
Fe
Ni
In
0.080
0.050
0.005
0.002
0.003
0.100
0.100
0.030
0.020
0.010
0.100
Symbol
ANSI/IPC J-STD-006C
Kester solder purchased directly or through stocking distributors will conform to these requirements. Only highest puri-
ty virgin metals are used to make Kester wire. DOD-STD-2000-1A (Soldering Technology High Quality/High Reliability)
states that it is the responsibility of the manufacturer to select those materials and processes that will produce acceptable
high quality/high reliability products.
RoHS Compliance
Kester does not determine any applicable Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) exemptions for our lead
containing products at the user level.
Global Headquarters: 800 West Thorndale Avenue, Itasca, IL USA 60143
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Phone: +1 800.2.KESTER
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Fax: +1 630.616.4044
Asia-Pacific Headquarters: 61 Ubi Avenue 1 #06-01 UB Point, Singapore 408941
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Phone: +65 6.449.1133
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Fax: +65 6.242.9036
European Headquarters: Ganghofer Strasse 45, 82216 Gernlinden, Germany
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Phone: +49 (0) 8142 4785 0
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Fax: +49 (0) 8142 4785 61
Asia Manufacturing: Hengqiao Road, Wujiang Economic Development Zone
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Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China 215200
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Phone: +86 512.82060807
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Fax: +86 512.8206 0808
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Website: www.kester.com
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Application Notes
Availability
Alloy
Sn63Pb37
Sn60Pb40
Sn50Pb50
183° (361°F)
183-190°C (361-374°F)
183-212°C (361-414°F)
Melting Point
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Other alloy compositions may be available. Consult your local Kester Sales Representative.
Storage and Shelf Life
Kester Solid Solder Wire has no limited shelf life when handled properly. Storage must be in a dry, non-corrosive
environment. Over time, the surface of wire may lose its shine and appear a dull shade of gray. This is a surface
phenomenon and is not detrimental to product functionality.
The expiration date determined by the date of manufacture printed on the product and Certificate of Analysis will represent
the manufacturer’s warranty period which is the time frame wherein Kester will replace defective product. Flux-cored
solder wires with alloys containing more than 70% lead have a 2 year warranty from the date of manufacture. All other
alloys have a 3 year warranty from the date of manufacture.
Health and Safety
This product, during handling or use, may be hazardous to your health or the environment. Read the Safety Data Sheet
(SDS) and warning label before using this product.
Global Headquarters: 800 West Thorndale Avenue, Itasca, IL USA 60143
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Phone: +1 800.2.KESTER
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Fax: +1 630.616.4044
Asia-Pacific Headquarters: 61 Ubi Avenue 1 #06-01 UB Point, Singapore 408941
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Phone: +65 6.449.1133
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Fax: +65 6.242.9036
European Headquarters: Ganghofer Strasse 45, 82216 Gernlinden, Germany
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Phone: +49 (0) 8142 4785 0
■
Fax: +49 (0) 8142 4785 61
Asia Manufacturing: Hengqiao Road, Wujiang Economic Development Zone
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Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China 215200
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Phone: +86 512.82060807
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Fax: +86 512.8206 0808
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Website: www.kester.com
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