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Message started by Haloe on Mar 9^th, 2020, 2:46am

Title: Is solder mask necessary
Post by Haloe on Mar 9^th, 2020, 2:46am

The solder mask can prevent trace oxidation? I mainly use THT. There is no problem at welding bridge.

Title: Re: Is solder mask necessary
Post by Horror Vacui on Apr 15^th, 2020, 2:54am

Yes. It covers the copper and do not let the oxygen through. Solder paste also stops corrosion.