60/40 Solder Wire 4 PCS Rosin Core 0.8mm 12g 1mm 15g
Four spools of 60/40 rosin-core solder wire in 0.8 mm and 1 mm diameters for electronics, stained glass and general repair
- Compatibility/Fitment18HXS0001, Soldering Wire
- Low melting range 183°C-266°C for smooth flow and even heating
- 60% tin and 40% lead alloy with 1.8% flux for reliable joints
- Four spools supplied: two at .8mm 12g and two at 1mm 15g
- Suitable for stained glass, electrical soldering, component and telephone repair
- Lead content requires ventilation, hand washing and restricted access for pregnant, minors and pets
Solder wire kit for electronics repair
This set contains four spools of 60/40 tin-lead alloy wire with rosin cores. Two spools measure 0.8 mm diameter at 12 grams each and two measure 1 mm diameter at 15 grams each. The 1.8 percent flux content promotes clean joints on circuit boards, stereo equipment, radios and headset wiring. It suits hobbyists assembling stained glass pieces or fixing toys and small appliances.
Melting range and flux limits
The alloy melts between 183 °C and 266 °C (361 °F to 511 °F), giving a broad window for hand-soldering without overheating sensitive parts. Rosin flux activates in that same range so residue stays minimal, but it cannot clean heavily oxidised surfaces or replace dedicated flux for high-reliability work. Lead content requires ventilation and thorough hand washing after use; the material is not intended for potable-water plumbing or food-contact applications.
Spool handling and storage
Each lightweight spool fits easily in a tool drawer or soldering station caddy. The rosin core remains stable at room temperature but should be kept sealed when not in use to prevent flux degradation. Wire stiffness at 0.8 mm and 1 mm diameters allows precise feeding through fine tips, though very dense multi-layer boards may demand thinner gauges not included here.
Highlights
- Low melting range 183°C-266°C for smooth flow and even heating
- 60% tin and 40% lead alloy with 1.8% flux for reliable joints
- Four spools supplied: two at .8mm 12g and two at 1mm 15g
- Suitable for stained glass, electrical soldering, component and telephone repair
- Lead content requires ventilation, hand washing and restricted access for pregnant, minors and pets
Specifications
| Compatibility/Fitment | 18HXS0001, Soldering Wire |
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Questions about this item
Which diameter should I pick — the 0.8 mm 12 g spools or the 1 mm 15 g spools?
The pack includes two of each; use the thinner 0.8 mm wire for fine board work and the 1 mm wire for larger joints or stained glass.
What does the 60/40 tin-lead ratio mean when I am actually soldering?
It melts between 183 °C and 266 °C, flows smoothly and the 1.8 % rosin core cleans the joint as you work.
How does the rosin-core flux affect the joint compared with solid wire?
The built-in 1.8 % flux removes oxidation while you solder, so you do not need separate flux for most electronic or stained-glass jobs.
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