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Do you know how dangerous new vs old flux is? I'm using some old Канифоль from the USSR and get headaches while soldering. Fume extraction would probably be a
by hooli_gan 2y ago
Do you know how dangerous new vs old flux is? I'm using some old Канифоль from the USSR and get headaches while soldering. Fume extraction would probably be a good idea, but I solder no more than 4h a year
- IgorPartola 2y agoThere is a technique where you breathe out as you solder. No idea if канифоль is toxic or not but honestly if it gives you headaches why not try another type? Or wear a respirator?
- hooli_gan 2y agoThe answer is laziness
- sitharus 2y agoIt really depends on the flux, even modern fluxes have a range of toxicity. The only way to know is to check the MSDS. I use Канифоль/rosin flux as well and use a fume extractor. Rosin flux is the most common for flux-cored solder in my experience. But a few times a year is unlikely to be an issue, soldering health effects are in people who do it for work.