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Reply to "Hi just want to get opinion on best smd solder removal equipment!"

Originally Posted by gunrunnerjohn:

As near as I can tell, the lead-free solder was strictly an environmental issue, I've never seen any adverse effects of using tin/lead solder as far as circuitry is concerned.  The lead-free stuff is harder to work with, I'm glad I have several pounds of tin/lead left in inventory.

 

Not to mention you need hotter irons and it produces more toxic smoke to breath in.

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