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Solder... where? - Scott D - 09-03-2017

Dumb question time.  So, apparently the rest of my solder was lost in my last move.  Where do you find yours, what store and brand, blend, weight, etc?    I am probably overlooking an obvious place. 

Seriously, I have found some pretty poor substitutes which don't flow well.  I am in California, so an online supplier would help as well.  

By the time I buy some new solder, I will probably find my old stuff.      Thanks for your help!

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RE: Solder... where? - morzh - 09-03-2017

Any major catalog like Mouser will sell any solder you like, tin-lead 40-60 eutectic included.

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RE: Solder... where? - Nathan Slingerland - 09-03-2017

I've been ordering this from Amazon when I need solder quickly:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005T8NGP4/

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RE: Solder... where? - dacsman - 09-03-2017

I just bought the same one as in Nathan's reply at Fry's Electronics local to me.  It appears there is a location in Sacramento and many other CA locations if you'll be traveling near them.

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RE: Solder... where? - Scott D - 09-04-2017

Thanks guys! I should have thought of Amazon, Mouser, and Fry's. Any other sources are also welcomed.

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RE: Solder... where? - WallaceRoger - 09-05-2017

Any Radio Shacks near you having going out of business sales? Good time to stock up.

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RE: Solder... where? - robsradioactive - 09-14-2017

The True Value hardware store near me sells 60/40 lead/tin "fine electrical solder" so I use that. It's Alfa Fry brand and it works as well as any I have ever used.

Rob

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