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Top 10 Solder Wire Brand & Manufacturers

This section provides a list of the top 10 Solder Wire manufacturers, Website links, company profile, locations is provided for each company. Also provides a detailed product description of the Solder Wire, including product introduction, history, purpose, principle, characteristics, types, usage and purchase precautions, etc.

Manufacturers (Ranking in no particular order)

Yunnan Tin Industry Co., Ltd.
Yunnan Tin Industry Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 471, Minhang Road, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
Company website: http://www.ytl.com.cn/
Company Overview
Yunnan Tin Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as the Company) was restructured and established in November 1998. Its predecessor can be traced back to the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty. It was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in February 2000. Its stock name is "Tin Co., Ltd." and its stock code is 000960. It is a listed company controlled by Yunnan Tin Group (Holdings) Co., Ltd. The Company has an industrial structure that integrates the exploration, mining, selection, deep processing of non-ferrous metal resources such as tin, indium, zinc, and copper, as well as the research and development of new materials and the whole supply chain of trade. The reserves of tin and indium resources are among the highest in the world. It has the largest tin production and processing base in China and the longest and most complete tin industry chain in the world. It has formed a production capacity of 80,000 tons/year of tin smelting, 41,000 tons/year of tin materials, 24,000 tons/year of tin chemicals, 125,000 tons/year of cathode copper, 100,000 tons/year of zinc smelting, and 60 tons/year of indium smelting. The company's main products include tin ingots, cathode copper, zinc ingots, indium ingots, gold ingots, silver ingots, bismuth ingots, electronic tin solder, tin anode materials, tin-based alloys, organic and inorganic tin chemical products, etc. Among them, the leading products such as tin ingots, indium ingots, tin and indium deep processing, and high-purity materials have unique market and brand advantages.
Beijing Senju Electronic Materials Co., Ltd.
Beijing Senju Electronic Materials Co., Ltd.
Address: Floor 404, No. 10, Jiuxianqiao North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Company website: http://cn.senju.com/
Company Overview
Since the establishment of Senju Lead Works Co., Ltd. in April 1938, Senju Metal Industry has been committed to the research and development of products in the fields of electronics and industrial machinery, and has made long-term efforts and contributions to the development of the industry. Senju has always been full of enthusiasm and pursued the ultimate quality. It has responded promptly in the ever-changing market and managed attentively. Thanks to the care of our customers, its performance has achieved steady growth. It has now developed into a company that provides comprehensive welding technology to the world, with the soldering department, FA device department, and bearing department as the axis, integrating international sales departments and sprinkler heads, industrial analysis, and overseas subsidiaries. Based on the basic concept of "continuous technological innovation and providing high-quality products", we promote globalization with high quality and innovative technology that meet customer needs. In recent years, new social needs such as environmental protection, resource awareness, climate change, and safety intentions have emerged in a wide range of fields from semiconductors, electronic components to electronic and electrical equipment, industrial equipment, construction machinery, and the automotive industry. In May 1995, Beijing Senju Electronic Materials Co., Ltd. was established in Beijing to enter the Chinese market. It is mainly responsible for the sales and maintenance of various solder products, flux and various welding equipment.
Kenson Alfa Metals (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Kenson Alfa Metals (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 266, Guangtian Road, Tangxiayong Community, Songgang Street, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, Guangdong
Company website: http://alphaassembly.cn
Company Overview
Alpha is a high-performance material supplier, mainly providing high-performance materials for SMT assembly, wave soldering assembly, PV assembly, chip connection assembly and industrial assembly solutions. Our product range includes solder paste, preforms, liquid flux, solder alloys, flux-cored wire, electronic cleaning agents, surface mount adhesives, screens and sintering technology. Alpha Group is an international material technology group registered in Hong Kong, providing professional materials, equipment and technology, and its customers are all over the world. There are 8 branches in Asia. Kenke Alpha Metal (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is invested by Hong Kong Alpha Solder Products Co., Ltd. The total investment is US$11.1 million. It was registered on March 26, 1997 and officially put into production on January 1, 2002. The company is located in Tangxiayong Community, Songgang Street, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, close to National Highway 107, with convenient transportation, covering an area of 11,000 square meters and a factory building area of more than 6,000 square meters. The company has modern solder paste production workshops, chemical mixing workshops, and solder alloy production workshops. It is equipped with professional quality inspection and technical service equipment as well as a group of high-quality professionals in sales, production management, technical services, etc.
Zhejiang Qiangli Holdings Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Qiangli Holdings Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 231, Weishiqi Road, Economic Development Zone, Yueqing City, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province
Company Overview
Zhejiang Qiangli Holding Co., Ltd. is located in Yueqing City, Zhejiang Province, which enjoys the reputation of "China's Electrical Capital". The company is close to National Highway 104 and Yongtaiwen Expressway, more than 20 kilometers away from Wenzhou Airport and Wenzhou Railway Station, with convenient logistics and transportation. Founded in 2000, the company is a national non-regional holding company integrating the research and development, manufacturing, trade and service of environmentally friendly solder materials, high-voltage electrical, power fittings and other products. The total registered capital of the enterprise exceeds 100 million yuan, the total assets are more than 200 million yuan, the annual output value reaches 700 million yuan, the number of employees is more than 800, and the total plant area is more than 50,000 square meters. The company has passed ISO9001 quality management system certification, ISO14001 environmental management system certification, OHSAS18001 occupational health and safety management system certification, SGS certification, EU ROHS environmental protection certification and a series of national quality inspection agency certifications, and occupies a place in the domestic solder industry. The solder materials, flux, cleaning agents and other products produced by the company are widely used in various industries such as high-end electronic welding, communication equipment, military industry, household appliances, lighting appliances, industrial appliances, instruments and meters, and are well received by users, among which the automatic soldering special tin wire has a very high praise rate. The company has spared no expense to introduce ICP emission spectrometry, which represents the international advanced level, from the American PE company, strictly control the quality of raw materials, and further improve the reliability of product quality. At present, the company's products are recognized in related industries in China and have good competitiveness in the international market. The products are exported to more than 40 countries and regions including Japan, the United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Germany, Australia, Israel, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
Zhejiang Yatong New Materials Co., Ltd.
Zhejiang Yatong New Materials Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 372, Jinpeng Street, Xihu Science and Technology Park, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province
Company Overview
Zhejiang Yatong New Materials Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise invested and established by Hangzhou Iron and Steel Group. It is located in Zijingang Science and Technology City, Xihu District, Hangzhou. It specializes in the research, development, production and sales of a full range of high, medium and low temperature brazing materials and metal powders. It is one of the core enterprises in the domestic welding materials industry and the main drafting unit of many national standards. The company holds leadership positions in professional organizations such as the China Electronic Materials Industry Association, the National Technical Committee for Standardization, and the China Welding Association, and has a wide influence in the industry. Zhejiang Weitong Catalytic New Materials Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company, is located in Suichang Economic Development Zone. It specializes in the research, development, production and recycling of a series of precious metal catalytic materials such as platinum, palladium, rhodium and ruthenium. It is a high-tech enterprise integrating green catalysis and recycling. The company insists on leading development with innovation, insisting on the combination of production, learning, research and application, serving more than 1,000 domestic and foreign customers, and looks forward to carrying out more extensive cooperation with all sectors of the upstream and downstream industries to jointly create and enhance the value of the industrial chain with high-quality products and efficient services.
Shenzhen Yichengda Industrial Co., Ltd.
Shenzhen Yichengda Industrial Co., Ltd.
Address: Yichengda Building, No. 38, Qianjin 2nd Road, Baocheng 76 District, Baoan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong
Company website: http://www.yikst.com/
Company Overview
Yichengda Industrial Co., Ltd. was established in 1985 and is headquartered in Shenzhen. It is a large-scale high-tech enterprise integrating the research and development, production and sales of electronic connection materials and chemical polymer materials. Yichengda's products mainly cover seven series: adhesives, preformed solder sheets, solder pastes, tin bars, tin wires, fluxes, and cleaning agents. Its products are widely used in electronic appliances, intelligent industrial control, military aerospace, energy, automobiles, security and other fields. Yichengda has established many subsidiaries and branches in China, with two major production bases in Dongguan and Kunshan. The R&D center is led by doctoral experts and equipped with a variety of instruments. After years of unremitting efforts, as of now, Yichengda has participated in the drafting and formulation of 6 Chinese national standard industry standards, passed UL safety certification and 5 major management system certifications represented by IATF16949:2016, and obtained a number of national invention patents. After the dedicated research of Yichengda's scientific research team, water-based polyurethane conformal paint, high flash point polyurethane conformal paint, UV dark curing conformal paint, UV moisture curing conformal paint, and thixotropic polyurethane thick layer coating materials have been launched in China. These products can be widely used in various fields of circuit board protection. Innovation and research and development are the core competitiveness of Yichengda. In the future, Yichengda will continue to accelerate product upgrades and technological innovations, vigorously promote environmentally friendly electronic connection materials and electronic industrial polymer materials, and wholeheartedly provide the source of power for the green electronic assembly industry.
Hangzhou Youbang Solder Material Co., Ltd.
Hangzhou Youbang Solder Material Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 317, Liangyun Street, Gouzhuang, Moganshan Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Company Overview
Hangzhou Youbang Solder Materials Co., Ltd. was established in 1996. It is a company specializing in the research and development, production and sales of solder welding materials. The solder wire, solder bar, flux and other solder products produced by the company are widely used in the manufacturing of electronic appliances, communication equipment, automobile and other industries. Since its establishment, Youbang Solder has adhered to the corporate philosophy of "Quality. Casting Brand" and formulated an environmentally friendly product system (CQC system) in 2001 to ensure that all solder products are environmentally friendly and safe products. This system covers many aspects, such as supplier standards, incoming material testing, manufacturing procedures, packaging and transportation procedures, employee training and daily supervision, etc., so as to ensure that all products strictly comply with unified quality standards. On the basis of the ROHS regulations, Youbang Solder has further formulated environmental regulations and analyzed in detail all the operating steps of solder from raw materials to finished products in the "Composition Analysis and Control Requirements". We ensure that each solder product is under the strict supervision of CQC quality standards in all links, including raw material procurement, raw material testing, product production, product testing, and product packaging. The final solder product has the advantages of fast welding speed, bright and full solder joints, and reliable solder joints. It is selected as the designated material by many end users. After more than ten years of trials and tribulations, AIA Solder has always been at the forefront of the solder material industry. AIA Solder is a member of the China Welding Association and a member of the National Welding Standard Technology Brazing Committee specially appointed by the Brazing Technology Quality Supervision Bureau of the China Welding Association. Over the past ten years, AIA Solder has established long-term technical cooperation with many national key universities and national scientific research institutions. With strong technical support, AIA Solder has taken the lead in launching high-quality products such as lead-free solder wires, lead-free solder bars, low-temperature solders, lead-free solder wires for aluminum enameled wires, and a series of green and environmentally friendly fluxes with various alloy compositions at the time of the advent of the international green electronics wave. It meets the different needs of various electronic and electrical industries, and all parameters fully meet and exceed the requirements of the EU ROHS directive, fully promoting the arrival of the green revolution in the electronic and electrical industry. It has greatly promoted the development of the electronic and electrical industry. Today, AIA Solder is a large-scale and influential solder material company in China, and has won unanimous reputation in numerous public and industry votes. AIA Solder adheres to the business purpose of "technology-oriented, quality-oriented", and is favored and recognized by many well-known domestic and foreign companies. It continues to move forward across the country and even the world; with Hangzhou as its base camp, AIA Solder's more than 60 agents are now spread across major cities in East China and county-level cities in most regions. The market share and total sales are also rising year by year. The current sales network has spread across the country and European and American countries and regions.
Guangdong Zhongshi Metal Co., Ltd.
Guangdong Zhongshi Metal Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 2, Gongye North 1st Road, Industrial Development Zone, Songshan Lake High-tech Zone, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province
Company website: http://www.zs-jt.cn
Company Overview
Guangdong Zhongshi Metal Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise and a welding material supplier for national aerospace and military units. Founded in 1999, the company is headquartered in Songshan Lake High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, and provides high-quality welding materials for aerospace, military and civilian use. The company's main products include: solder paste, tin powder, tin wire, tin bar, BGA solder ball, anode rod, flux, red glue and other electronic tin solders, with an annual production capacity of more than 6,000 tons. The company currently has about 150 employees, of which 32.7% have college degrees or above, and 13.3% are R&D personnel, including 5 senior engineers, 8 professional engineers, and 7 assistant engineers. It has academic exchanges with Tsinghua University, Guangdong University of Technology, South China University of Technology, Central South University and other institutions. It also cooperates with Guangzhou Nonferrous Metals Research Institute and China-Ukraine Patton Welding Research Institute to develop and form a R&D elite team of about 20 people, and establish a welding material R&D engineering center. "Cohesion and cooperation" (cohesion of all parties, friendly cooperation, sincere unity, multi-win) is the core value of the product and the focus of Zhongshi's strategic system and business development. Building a Chinese brand in the global welding industry is the development strategic goal. In order to ensure the realization of the goal, the company has planned and carried out brand strategy, brand positioning, brand design, product research and development and technological innovation, brand communication, brand extension and renewal, brand reputation and risk management, brand protection, brand culture and other aspects to enhance the comprehensive brand capabilities of "Zhongshi" and realize the sustainable operation of the enterprise. The company adheres to the concept of talent elite, standardized management and quality standardization in line with the purpose of developing the factory through science and technology; develops and promotes environmentally friendly products with the mission of protecting the living environment of mankind; in the continuous development path, it adheres to the corporate spirit of innovation, co-creation and sharing, and giving back to society; realizes the corporate vision of becoming a leader in the welding materials industry, creating an international brand enterprise, and serving the aerospace industry, and providing high-quality products and services to the society.
Kunshan Chengli Solder Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Kunshan Chengli Solder Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 20-1, Zhuzhu Road, Lujia Town, Kunshan City, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province
Company website: http://www.ssy.cc/
Company Overview
Hong Kong Chengxing Group Co., Ltd. was established in 1980 and began to manufacture traditional solder products. With the rapid development of the mainland's electronic industry, the mainland business has continued to expand. It has successively invested in the establishment of Gaoxin Tin Industry (Huizhou) Co., Ltd. in the Pearl River Delta, with an annual production capacity of more than 8,000 tons, and invested in the establishment of Kunshan Chengli Solder Manufacturing Co., Ltd. in the Yangtze River Delta, with an annual production capacity of more than 3,000 tons. The company mainly produces and sells solder paste, solder bars, solder wires, anode plates (rods), anode balls, flux and other related electronic welding materials. In response to the development and needs of the electronics industry, the company attaches great importance to its own scientific and technological innovation, and has established its own R&D centers in "Gaoxin" and "Chengli", forming a professional company integrating the R&D, production, sales and service of electronic welding materials. The R&D center uses advanced scientific research and experimental equipment at home and abroad. At the same time, it has long-term cooperative relations with South China University of Technology, Guangdong University of Technology and Sichuan University, and has completed many provincial and municipal scientific research projects and achieved many scientific research results. We have obtained 26 invention patents and 3 utility model patents authorized by the State Intellectual Property Office. Our products have independent intellectual property rights and have made due contributions to the development of my country's electronic industry. The company has passed the ISO9001:2008 quality management system and ISO14001:2004 environmental management system certification; our products comply with the RoHS directive and REACH regulations. With advanced production technology and stable product quality, we can provide customers with satisfactory products and services.
Shenzhen Vituo New Materials Co., Ltd.
Shenzhen Vituo New Materials Co., Ltd.
Address: No. 18, Shuitian 1st Road, Tongle Community, Baolong Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Company website: http://www.szvital.com/
Company Overview
Shenzhen Weiteou New Materials Co., Ltd. was founded in 1998 and is located in Shenzhen, the core engine city of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. It is a comprehensive group company integrating scientific research, development, production, sales and services of electronic welding materials in China. It is a high-tech enterprise and has an engineering center recognized by Guangdong Province. The company's main business is the research and development, production and sales of microelectronic welding materials. The main products include microelectronic welding materials such as solder paste, solder wire, solder bar, and auxiliary welding materials such as flux and cleaning agent. The company has strong technical innovation capabilities, which are reflected in product formula development capabilities, production process control capabilities, analysis and testing, and product application testing capabilities. It has gradually formed a technical system integrating product formula development, production process control, and quality inspection. The company is a national high-tech enterprise, and the company's R&D center has been successively rated as "Shenzhen Electronic Welding Materials Engineering Technology Research and Development Center" and "Guangdong Electronic Welding Materials Engineering Technology Research Center". As one of the important basic materials in the field of electronic materials, the company's products are mainly used in the assembly and interconnection of electronic devices in multiple industrial links such as PCBA process, precision structural parts connection, semiconductor packaging, and finally widely used in communications, consumer electronics, smart home appliances, photovoltaics, automotive electronics, LED, medical equipment, security and other industries. The company has established long-term and stable cooperative relations with many domestic and foreign customers and accumulated a good market reputation. The company's main customers include AOC Technology, ZTE, Foxconn, Aokai Technology, Haier Group, Gree Electric, Lenovo Group, TCL, BYD, Absen, Qiangli Jucai, Trina Solar, Jinko Technology, TP-LINK, Bull Group, Hikvision, Huawei, DJI Innovations and other well-known domestic companies or listed companies. The company is one of the well-known companies in domestic microelectronics welding materials, especially in the two sub-segments of solder paste and flux. The company is a member of the China Electronic Materials Industry Association and the vice chairman unit of the Electronic Tin Solder Materials Branch of the China Electronic Materials Industry Association.

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What is Solder Wire

Solder wire is a fusible metal alloy used to join electrical components, wires, and other metallic parts. It is typically in a wire form, which melts at relatively low temperatures, allowing it to flow and create a bond between the parts being joined. Solder wire is widely used in electronics, plumbing, and other applications where a strong, conductive, or hermetic seal is required.


History of Solder Wire

The use of solder wire dates back centuries, evolving from early forms of soldering with simple alloys. Over time, the composition of solder wire has been refined to meet different requirements. In electronics, the transition from lead-based to lead-free solder wire has been driven by environmental and health concerns, leading to the development of various lead-free alloys that still provide reliable soldering properties.


Purpose of Solder Wire

The main purpose of solder wire is to create a reliable electrical and mechanical connection between conductive parts. In electronics, it is used to connect components on printed circuit boards (PCBs), wires, and terminals. In plumbing, it can join copper pipes, providing a leak-proof joint. Solder wire ensures good electrical conductivity and mechanical strength in the joint, making it essential in electrical and plumbing systems.


Principle of Solder Wire

Solder wire operates by melting at a temperature lower than the parts being joined. When heated, the solder wire melts and flows into the joint, wetting the surfaces of the parts. As it cools, it solidifies, forming a bond that holds the parts together. The soldering process often uses a soldering iron or other heat sources to heat the joint, and flux within or applied to the solder wire helps clean the surfaces, improving wetting and adhesion, ensuring a strong connection.


Features of Solder Wire

  • Composition: Solder wire can have different compositions, with common alloys including tin-lead (Sn-Pb) and lead-free alloys like tin-silver-copper (Sn-Ag-Cu). Lead-free solder wires are becoming more prevalent due to environmental regulations, and their properties are adjusted to match or exceed the performance of traditional lead-based solders.
  • Flux Core: Many solder wires have a flux core, which releases flux when melted. The flux removes oxides from the surfaces, enabling better wetting and improving the solder's ability to adhere to the parts. Different types of flux, such as rosin-based or water-soluble flux, are used depending on the application.
  • Diameter: Solder wires come in various diameters, allowing users to choose the appropriate size based on the size of the joint. Thinner wires are used for delicate electronics work, while thicker wires are suitable for larger connections or plumbing joints.
  • Melting Point: The melting point of solder wire varies depending on its composition. Understanding the melting point is crucial for selecting the right heat source and soldering technique, ensuring proper melting and flow without damaging the components or materials being joined.


Types of Solder Wire

  • Lead-Based Solder Wire: Traditionally used in electronics and plumbing, containing lead, which provides good wetting and flow properties. However, its use is being phased out in many applications due to lead's toxicity, especially in consumer electronics and plumbing for potable water systems.
  • Lead-Free Solder Wire: Made of alloys like Sn-Ag-Cu, Sn-Cu, or other lead-free compositions, these are used to comply with environmental regulations. They require slightly higher soldering temperatures and may have different handling characteristics compared to lead-based solders.
  • Specialty Solder Wire: Some solder wires are designed for specific applications, such as high-temperature or low-temperature soldering, or for joining certain metals like aluminum or stainless steel, using specialized alloys and fluxes.


Precautions for using Solder Wire

  • Safety Gear: Wear safety glasses and use proper ventilation when soldering, especially when using lead-based solder wire, to protect against fumes. In electronics, use anti-static precautions to avoid damaging sensitive components.
  • Heat Source: Use the appropriate heat source, such as a soldering iron, torch, or hot air gun, depending on the solder wire and the application. Ensure the heat source provides sufficient heat for proper melting and flow without overheating the components.
  • Flux Handling: Understand the type of flux in the solder wire. Some fluxes produce fumes that may require additional ventilation, and water-soluble fluxes require proper cleaning after soldering to avoid residue-related issues.
  • Cleanliness: Ensure the surfaces to be soldered are clean and free from oxides and contaminants. Dirty or oxidized surfaces can lead to poor soldering joints, resulting in weak connections or electrical faults.[!--empirenews.page--]


Things to consider when purchasing Solder Wire

  • Application: Consider the task at hand, whether it's electronics, plumbing, or other metal joining. Choose solder wire with a suitable composition, diameter, and flux type for the materials and joint requirements.
  • Lead-Free vs. Lead-Based: Decide between lead-free and lead-based solder wire based on environmental regulations, the application, and the possibility of lead exposure. Lead-free is preferred for most consumer and many industrial applications today.
  • Flux Type: Select the appropriate flux type based on the materials being joined and the post-soldering requirements. Rosin-based fluxes are common in electronics, while water-soluble fluxes may be used in environments where residue needs to be easily removed.
  • Diameter: Select the appropriate diameter of the solder wire based on the size of the joint. Thinner wires are better for small electronics components, while thicker wires are suitable for larger connections.
  • Brand and Quality: Opt for a reputable brand known for manufacturing high-quality solder wire, especially for critical applications like electronics and plumbing systems where joint reliability is essential.


Terms of Solder Wire

  • Alloy Composition: The combination of metals in the solder wire, which affects its melting point, wetting properties, and mechanical and electrical properties. Different alloys are used for different applications and materials.
  • Flux Core: The center of the solder wire containing flux, which aids in soldering by cleaning surfaces and improving wetting. The type of flux affects the soldering process and post-soldering cleanup.
  • Melting Point: The temperature at which the solder wire melts, which is critical for selecting the right soldering technique and heat source. Different alloy compositions have different melting points.
  • Wetting: The ability of the molten solder to spread and adhere to the surfaces being joined, influenced by the flux and the alloy composition. Good wetting ensures a strong and reliable joint.
  • Joint: The connection between the parts being soldered, where the solder wire forms a bond. The quality of the joint depends on proper soldering techniques, flux action, and the solder wire's properties.