Which of the following is the usual (approximate) composition of the soft solder used in soldering?
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Option 4 : Lead 37% and Tin 63%
Explanation:
- Soldering is the process by which metallic materials are joined with the help of another liquified metal (solder)
- Soldering can be classed as soft soldering and hard soldering.
- The process of joining metals using tin-lead solders which melt below 420°C is known as soft soldering
- The process of joining metals using hard solders consisting of copper, zinc, cadmium and silver which melt above 600° is known as hard soldering
- The eutectic alloy of tin-lead solder is a mixture of 63% tin and 37% lead. 63/37 solder melts at 183°C
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