Solder Wicks and Desoldering Braids

What is Solder Wick?

Solder Wick and Desoldering Braids

Desoldering braid or “wick” is a pre-fluxed copper braid that is used to remove solder, which allows components to be replaced and excess solder (e.g. bridging) to be removed. The soldering iron is applied to the wick as it sits on the solder joint, and when both are brought up to the solder's melting point, the flux is activated and, through capillary action from the braided design, solder is drawn up the wick. (Courtesy of Chemtronics)

MTE Solutions offers a variety of Desoldering Braids and Solder Wicks for your specific use. Whether from MG Chemicals, Chemtronics, Aven, TechSpray or Easybraid, you will be able to search and find exactly what you are looking for.


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