How To Clean A Black Soldering Iron Tip

Once this happens I find that the best cure is to use a tin of tip cleaner mine is Archer brand from radio Shack ancient but effective.

How to clean a black soldering iron tip. And DONT use your soldering iron or gun on wood plastics etc at least no. To apply the tip cleaner first heat the soldering iron. Clean the Tip.

A soldering tip should be regularly cleaned and tinned and take an abrasive to it as needed to keep it smooth and free from pitting. Use a damp sponge to clean the tip and wipe it off quickly to avoid cooling the tip excessively. It consists of soft metal shavings that are coated with flux.

Use a good electronic soldering flux instead. Melt some good quality of solder wire on the Tip. Tinning is more effective when done on a clean tip.

Use a damp sponge to wipe away the black oxidation from the tip of the soldering iron until the tip is silver and shines in the light. Repeat the Process 3-4 Times until the Soldering Tips start Shining. Set the temperature of the soldering iron between 250C and 300C.

Use a tip cleaner these usually are made from ammonium chloride and should stick to the tip when used. This is done by first ensuring the tip is clean and free of surface oxides. Clean the tip After every cycle and before you start to solder always clean your tip.

Wipe the iron on a damp sponge to remove the excess. Wipe the tip clean and re-tin it between every joint. Use a protective layer of solder The easiest way to prevent oxidation of a solder tip is to protect it with a layer of solder.