Desoldering Braid Wick Wire 2.0mm & 3.5mm | 1.5M Solder Remover
Desoldering Braid Wick Wire 2.0mm & 3.5mm | 1.5M Solder Remover
Professional Desoldering Braid Wick – Fast, Clean Solder Removal
Whether you're repairing circuit boards, reworking PCB pads, or tackling precision electronics projects, this copper desoldering braid wick wire is your go-to tool for quick, efficient solder removal. Available in 2.0mm and 3.5mm widths with a generous 1.5-metre length, it's CE and RoHS certified for quality and safety you can count on.
Key Features
- High Efficiency: Rapidly absorbs excess solder, cutting down on repair and rework time significantly.
- PCB Pad Protection: Designed to minimise heat exposure to delicate solder pads, helping preserve your board during desoldering.
- Precision-Engineered Weave: Maximises surface tension and solder absorption capacity for clean, thorough results.
- Low Flux Residue: Leaves minimal residue behind, reducing post-work cleaning effort on PCB pads.
- Oxidation & Corrosion Resistant: Made from high-quality copper/copper alloy with excellent thermal conductivity and long-term durability.
- CE & RoHS Certified: Meets international safety and environmental standards.
Specifications
- Width Options: 2.0mm / 3.5mm
- Length: 1.5 metres
- Material: Copper / Copper Alloy
- Weight: 15g
- Certifications: CE, RoHS
- Country of Origin: Made in China
Who Is This For?
This desoldering braid is ideal for electronics hobbyists, PCB repair technicians, students in electronics courses, and anyone who regularly works with soldering irons and circuit boards. The two available widths let you tackle both fine SMD components and larger through-hole solder joints with equal ease.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a desoldering braid wick wire and how does it work?
A: A desoldering braid wick wire is a woven copper mesh used to remove unwanted solder from circuit boards and electronic components. You simply place the braid over the solder joint, apply heat with a soldering iron, and the molten solder is drawn up into the copper mesh via capillary action — leaving a clean, solder-free pad behind.
Q: What is the difference between the 2.0mm and 3.5mm widths?
A: The 2.0mm desoldering braid is best suited for fine-pitch components, SMD (surface-mount) parts, and tight spaces on PCBs. The 3.5mm braid is better for larger solder joints, through-hole components, or situations where you need to remove more solder in a single pass. Choosing the right width helps ensure efficiency and pad protection.
Q: Is this desoldering wick compatible with standard soldering irons?
A: Yes — this copper desoldering braid wick works with any standard soldering iron. For best results, use a well-tinned soldering iron tip and apply gentle, even pressure on the braid over the target solder joint.
Q: How do I minimise flux residue after using the desoldering wick?
A: This braid is engineered for low flux residue, but for a fully clean PCB pad, you can use isopropyl alcohol (IPA) with a cotton swab or brush to remove any remaining traces after desoldering.