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Formula: Sn60 /Pb 40
Form: Wire
Material: Tin/Lead
Commodity: Alloys
Diameter:
1mm
Temper:
As Drawn
Tin Lead Alloy Spooled Wire (Sn60/Pb40) offers a near-eutectic composition, providing a low melting point, superior wetting action, and smooth flow during soldering. Its 60% tin and 40% lead ratio produces strong, ductile joints with minimal void formation, making it ideal for electronics manufacturing, electrical assembly, and precision repair work. Industries such as telecommunications, consumer electronics, and aerospace employ Sn60/Pb40 spooled wire for its consistent performance in both automated and manual soldering. Specific uses include assembly of printed circuit boards, connector terminations, and fine electronic component repairs. In research, this alloy is valued for studies on solder joint reliability, microstructural optimization, and metallurgical bonding. Its combination of mechanical stability, repeatable melting behavior, and ease of handling makes it a trusted material in both production and experimental contexts.
Serious health hazard
Tolerances
Wire
| Diameter | ±10% | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | +5% / -1% |
Material Properties for Alloys
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point( C ) | 188 |
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