How to Solder
Last updated: 2023-05-11
Finishing Up
- Clean and tin your tip! I bet you guessed this step by now. Put some extra solder on it then turn off your iron.
- Clean the flux off your PCB. This will appear as brown spots near the solder joints. If you have a "no clean" flux this step may be optional, depending how messy it looks. Use isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) for regular rosin flux, and a toothbrush to scrub away the flux.
- WASH YOUR HANDS. Remove any traces of lead before handling food, or touching your face or other people.