Flux, Flux Remover

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CS-FX2 American Beauty Tools	FLUX JAR	7
SMD29130CC Chip Quik, Inc.	TACK FLUX 30CC W/HANDLE & TIP	0
760089 LOCTITE / Henkel	MFR301 FLUX PENS (RMA) 10ML	1109
SMD291150G Chip Quik, Inc.	TACK FLUX 150 GRAM	10
835-100ML MG Chemicals	LIQUID ROSIN FLUX	28
1631-16SB Techspray	G3 FLUX REMOVER W/BRUSH ATTACHME	0
FLS99-4G SRA Soldering Products	SRA #99 ROSIN FLUX, TYPE RMA 4G	5
SMDLT75G Chip Quik, Inc.	FLUX - NO CLEAN LF CAN 2.64 OZ	1
MCC-UFR10A MicroCare	UNIVERSAL HFO-BASED FLUX REMOVER	24
SMD291ST2CC6 Chip Quik, Inc.	TACK FLUX 6 PACK, 2CC TUBES	122
83-1000-0951 Kester	FLUX PEN FORMULA 951 NO CLEAN	849
83-1097-2331 Kester	FLUX PEN WATER SOLUBLE 2331-ZX	1145
CQ2LF-16 Chip Quik, Inc.	LIQUID FLUX WATER-WASHABLE IN 16	1
8624 ACL Staticide, Inc.	FLUX REMOVER CAN 12 OZ	41
CQ4LF-128 Chip Quik, Inc.	LIQUID FLUX NO-CLEAN IN 1 GALLON	4
CQ4LF Chip Quik, Inc.	FLUX - NO CLEAN PEN 0.34 OZ	2066
ES1035 ITW Chemtronics (Chemtronics)	FLUX REMOVER 10 OZ AEROSOL	0
FLS312-4G SRA Soldering Products	#312 NC FLUX, SOLVENT BASED 2%	5
1631-5S Techspray	G3 FLUX REMOVER	0
RA691 Chip Quik, Inc.	RA ROSIN PASTE FLUX IN 50 GRAM J	68

Flux, Flux Remover

1. Overview

Flux and flux remover are critical materials in electronic manufacturing processes. Flux is a chemical agent used to remove oxidation from metal surfaces during soldering, enabling better solder wetting and joint formation. Flux remover (or flux cleaner) is a chemical solution designed to eliminate flux residues and contaminants from printed circuit boards (PCBs) after soldering. These materials ensure reliable electrical connections, prevent corrosion, and maintain product quality in modern electronics manufacturing.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Rosin-based Flux	Non-corrosive, low residue, compatible with lead-free and tin-lead solder	Consumer electronics assembly
Water-soluble Flux	High activity, easily removed with water-based cleaning	Automotive electronics with high reliability demands
No-clean Flux	Low residue formulation eliminating post-soldering cleaning	High-density PCB assembly
Organic Acid Flux	Strong oxide removal capability for difficult-to-solder surfaces	Industrial control equipment manufacturing
Solvent-based Remover	Fast evaporation, effective for rosin residues	Aerospace component maintenance
Water-based Remover	Environmentally friendly, meets RoHS/REACH standards	LED lighting production

3. Structure and Composition

Flux Composition:

Activators (e.g., organic/inorganic acids): Enhance metal wetting by removing oxides
Solvents (e.g., glycols, esters): Control viscosity and evaporation rate
Resin (e.g., colophony): Form protective layer against re-oxidation
Additives (e.g., surfactants): Improve thermal stability

Flux Remover Composition:

Base solvents (e.g., hydrocarbons, alcohols): Dissolve flux residues
Surfactants: Reduce surface tension for better penetration
Corrosion inhibitors: Protect metal surfaces during cleaning

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Activation Temperature	100-350 C range	Determines compatibility with soldering profiles
Residue Conductivity	<1.56 S/cm	Impacts electrical reliability
Flash Point	30-80 C	Safety handling consideration
Cleaning Efficiency	>98% residue removal	Directly affects product yield
Material Compatibility	Pass MIL-STD-883H testing	Ensures no damage to sensitive components

5. Application Fields

Electronics Manufacturing: SMT/BGA assembly, wave soldering
Automotive Industry: Engine control units, sensor modules
Telecommunications: 5G base stations, fiber optic equipment
Aerospace: Avionics systems, satellite components
Medical Devices: Pacemakers, diagnostic equipment

Application Case: In smartphone PCB production, no-clean flux reduces cleaning costs by 40% while meeting IPC-J-STD-001 Class 3 requirements.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Feature
Alpha Assembly	OM-350	Halogen-free no-clean flux with 0.03% solids
Kester	951CX	Water-soluble flux for high-reliability military applications
Henkel	RID810	Low-odor solvent-based flux remover
Electrolube	FS22	Biodegradable water-based cleaner

7. Selection Recommendations

Match flux type with solder alloy composition
Consider cleaning method (spray, ultrasonic, vapor degreasing)
Evaluate environmental regulations (VOC limits, REACH compliance)
Analyze thermal profile compatibility
Test material compatibility with PCB substrates

8. Industry Trends

Growth in halogen-free and bio-based formulations
Increased demand for ultra-low residue materials (<=0.01% solids)
Development of smart cleaning solutions with IoT-enabled monitoring
Rising adoption of miniaturized component-compatible fluxes
Integration with Industry 4.0 automated dispensing systems