what solder for smd

[myleftear]

Hi friends
the much praised Iron solder being out of stock, I'm asking for a recommendation: What solder is best suited for SMD?
Thank you!
david

 

[kodabmx]

I use 63/37 no clean from MG Chemicals myself... As long as it's a good quality solder (Don't buy cheap solder, I swear some of it's recycled from old boards...) you'll be good. You probably want a thin solder wire, 100. Like 0.8mm or smaller.

 

[rayma]

Use 22 to 24 gauge 63/37 solder, adding rosin as necessary. You'll also need desoldering braid,
to remove the excess solder that often ends up bridging pads. And a good magnifying glass and light,
along with a lot of patience.
.

 

[myleftear]

Thanks very much!
Ordered some MG solder as advised, the rest I have.
Will even get myself a nice solder-station [emoji2960]

 

[Indiglo]

For SMD parts use 0.38mm or smaller diameter solder, using larger diameters will result in excess solder being applied to the pads. Less is more.