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Is their a difference between Kester and MGchemicals?
unluckygamer:
I am looking to buy a small pack of solder. I am looking for a 63/37 0.031" diameter solder. My two options right now is kester and mgchemicals with MGChemicals being a bit cheaper.
I am wondering if their is any big difference.
Nusa:
Assuming you pick solders with similar specifications, I expect you'll get similar results. Both companies have a good reputation for quality.
james_s:
Just make sure whatever you get is the real deal and not counterfeit product from China, I wouldn't worry about the brand, the result should be almost identical.
drussell:
--- Quote from: unluckygamer link=topic=121859.msg1665515#msg1665515 ---Is their a difference between Kester and MGchemicals?
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I am wondering if their is any big difference.
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Sure... One says Kester and one says MG Chemicals on the label. :)
From a usability-for-soldering standpoint, no, not really. Both are good solder. So is Multicore brand but I don't see it in the local retail stores as often lately.
My last couple 1lb spools of Multicore that I use for general purpose are getting low so I will be needing to restock soon but the last time I had to replenish my stash, 1lb spools were still $9.99-14.99 (retail!)... It's going to be an eye-popping expense this time, even wholesale. With the prices these days, I really wish I had bought caseloads back then. :)
james_s:
Yeah no kidding, I've just about used up the 1lb spool I bought ages ago, must have been over a decade. I haven't looked at prices lately but I know it's going to be a shock.
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