Re: Soldering Litz wire

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Original poster: "Matthew Smith by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>" <matt-at-kbc-dot-net.au>

Tesla list wrote:
> Original poster: "Lau, Gary by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-qwest-dot-net>"
<Gary.Lau-at-hp-dot-com>
> 
> Is there a commonly available solvent for enamel wire insulation?  I'm
> trying to solder some heavy gauge Litz wire, but the insulation looks like
> regular enamel.  Immersing it in a solder pot does nothing.
> 

I don't know about a solvent, but for heavier enamelled wires, I prepare 
for soldering with a very fine abrasive paper, then wipe clean with 
isopropanol.

Cheers

M

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