Soldering Quiz

Order the steps in soldering.

• Applying solder at the joint

• Removing heat within 2 to 3 seconds

• Tinning

• Placing the tip at the joint of lead and copper pad

• Wiping the tip on brass mesh or damp sponge

What is the magic ingredient that makes fusing happen in soldering?

• Water

• Earth

• Air

• Fire

• Heat

Where should the user put the tip of the soldering iron to evenly apply heat when soldering?

• At the component lead

• At the copper pad on the board

• At the joint where the lead and copper pad meet

• At the brass mesh or damp sponge

How long should you apply heat when soldering?

• Less than 1 second

• About 2 seconds

• More than 3 seconds

• As long as necessary to melt the solder

What is soldering?

• Soldering is a process of making electrical connections

• Soldering is an alloy made of tin and lead

• Soldering is a device that heats up to melt a solder

• Soldering refers to events in Dungeons and Dragons

Select descriptions of a good solder.

• Rough

• Shiny

• Forms a ball

• Smooth

• Forms a Concave Slope

Is cold solder joint a good thing?

• No

• Yes

What does flux do?

• It removes oxidation

• It leaves the surface clean and ready for fusing

• It makes the solder shiny

• It makes the solder smooth

At what temperature should the soldering iron be set for lead-free solder?

• Below 500 degrees Fahrenheit

• Between 500 and 600 degrees Fahrenheit

• Between 600 and 700 degrees Fahrenheit

• Between 700 and 750 degrees Fahrenheit

What are the benefits of good soldering?

• It won't be disturbed by a bit of dirt, dust, and repetitive movement

• Sturdy, reliable electrical connections that last