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12 Pieces Solder Wick 1.5 Meter Length Braided Wicks Desoldering No-clean Solder Braid Wick Set(0.08", 0.1", 0.12",)
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12 Pieces Solder Wick 1.5 Meter Length Braided Wicks Desoldering No-clean Solder Braid Wick Set(0.08", 0.1", 0.12",)

Bottom line: The 12 Pieces Solder Wick 1.5 Meter Length Braided Wicks Desoldering: 12 wicks total, 4 each in 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3.0mm widths; main trade-off: no-clean flux load can be light, sometimes needing a second pass.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 12 wicks total, 4 each in 2.0mm, 2.5mm and 3.0mm widths
  • ✓ 1.5 m (5 ft) per braid, so 18 m of wick across the set
  • ✓ Non-conductive, non-corrosive residue means no post-desolder cleanup
  • ✓ Fine-braided copper weave pulls solder fast via capillary action
  • ✓ Three widths cover fine SMD pads through larger through-hole joints

Cons

  • ✗ No-clean flux load can be light, sometimes needing a second pass
  • ✗ Copper braid tarnishes in storage; no sealed dispenser included
  • ✗ Narrow 2.0mm width still overshoots very fine 0402-class pads
  • ✗ Widths listed in mm while the title uses inches, so sizing is confusing

Manufacturer description

Features:Little residues:The solder braided wicks can improve the capillary effect and the redundant solder absorbing ability, increasing your efficiency. Besides, they will just leave little residues after use and the residues are non-conductive and non-corrosive.Practical tool:The desoldering wicks are practical tool to correct mistakes on small PCB boards and will not make the damage, suitable for re-soldering and desoldering.Specifications:Material: copper wiresSize:Width: 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm, 3.0 mmLength: 1.5 m/ 5 feetPackage Contents:4 x Solder wicks, width 2.0 mm4 x Solder wicks, width…

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Key Features

  • Low residue design: the solder braided wicks will just leave little residues after use and the residues are non-conductive and non-corrosive, no need to waste your time to clean it
  • Quality material: the desoldering wicks are made of quality copper wires, and the design of precise weaving can improve the capillary effect and the redundant solder absorbing ability, increasing the work efficiency
  • Extensive applications: the braided solder wicks are suitable for labs, home and industry welding work; And the wicks adopt fine braid design to promote strong capillary action, bringing more convenience for your daily work
  • Various sizes: you will receive 12 pieces of solder braid wicks in 3 sizes, width respectively is 2.0 mm, 2.5 mm, 3.0 mm, and the length is 1.5 m; 4 pieces for each size, enough quantity and length for your daily needs
  • Easy to use: the desoldering wicks can provide a nice way to correct mistakes on small PCB boards and will not make the damage, suitable for re-soldering and desoldering

Full Specifications

Size‎0.08", 0.1", 0.12"
BrandHotop
Material‎copper
Part Number‎Hotop-Solder Wick-SW20
Item Package Quantity‎12

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