The Alloy
Tools & Equipment
Heat & Process
Parts and care of the Soldering Iron
Translation
100

What two metals make up traditional soft solder?

Tin and Alloy

100

What tool is used to heat metals to about 400°C during soldering?

A Soldering Iron

100

What happens to solder when it reaches the required temperature?

It melts

100

The part that, attached to the socket, makes the soldering iron work

The plug

100

Derretir

to melt

200

What is the percentage composition of the common solder alloy?

60% tin and 40% lead

200

This item comes in a roll and melts when heated.

Tin Wire

200

What does flux protect solder from during heating?

Air and high temperatures

200

The part that reaches high temperature to melt solder

The tip

200

Aleación

Alloy

300

What material inside the solder helps clean and protect the metal during soldering?

Flux (if you say "resin" you don't gain nor lose any points)

300

Why must a soldering iron be of decent quality?

To garantee proper solders

300

How many metals does soft solder join?

Two metals

300

What should you NOT do with the soldering iron when it is idle for a long period?

Leave it powered at maximum temperature

300

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soft solder

400

At what temperature range does soft solder melt?

Between 150–400°C 

400

What is added inside the solder wire to improve soldering?

Flux (if you say "resin" you don't gain nor lose any points)

400

What role does heat play in the soldering process?

It melts the alloy so it bonds the metals.

400

The part of the soldering iron you hold

The handle or the non-slip cover

400

Cable de Estaño

Tin Wire

500

What is the purpose of the alloy in soft soldering?

To join two metals using heat 

500

What do electricians rely on the soldering iron to provide?

The required high temperature (about 400°C)

500

Why is alloy important in the soldering process?

To ensure proper contact and bonding

500

What should you always do to the soldering iron tip before and after use to keep it clean?

Wipe it with a damp sponge

500

Soldador

Soldering Iron

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