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Old 03-15-10 | 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by ColoRyan
Thanks for the great info. The solder I have is Rosin Core for electrical use, 97% tin with a bit of copper and 2% Rosin. Will this work or should I use something different?

Thanks again...
Strength wise it's OK because you're not depending on it's strength, but it might be a problem with stainless steel wire so I'd test first. If it doesn't work ask for solder and flux appropriate for the material of both the wire and head. ie. SS and brass.
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