Anti-Hot Desoldering Wick

An anti-hot desoldering wick, also known as solder wick or desoldering braid, is a specialized tool used for the removal of excess solder or soldered components from electronic circuit boards. It is commonly used in electronics repair, prototyping, and other soldering applications.

The desoldering wick is made of a highly absorbent material, such as copper or copper-coated wire, that is braided or twisted together. It is designed to absorb molten solder when in contact with a solder joint.

To use an anti-hot desoldering wick, you heat the solder joint with a soldering iron until the solder becomes molten. Then, you place the desoldering wick directly onto the molten solder, ensuring that it makes good contact with the solder joint. The heat from the soldering iron allows the solder to flow into the desoldering wick, where it is absorbed and held within the material.

The desoldering wick is typically available in different widths to accommodate various soldering tasks. A narrower width may be used for smaller components, while a wider width may be used for larger solder joints.