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    removal of silver solder from cu/al heat sinks?

    any one have an easy safe method of removing solder from copper heat sinks.?

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    It's realy not cost effective to do.
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    I take a chisel to them real quick or a grinder get it somewhat clean and throw it in with my #2 they never seem to *****, I don't have a better answer.

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    in my humble opinion:

    if they are all copper with solder joints, it's not worth it, just sell them as #2 copper

    if they are aluminum and copper, it is worthwhile on some to beat the copper plate off

    after working a pile of them with a hammer and chisel on a bench vise, you will quickly learn which ones aren't worth the effort
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    these are4all 1/2 lb and larger server sinks. I use the torch to remove the alu fins. I like bright and shiney, just thought there may be an easy way. I get #2 with the coating on so guess any thing else is a waste of time . thx

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    Quote Originally Posted by olddude View Post
    these are4all 1/2 lb and larger server sinks. I use the torch to remove the alu fins. I like bright and shiney, just thought there may be an easy way. I get #2 with the coating on so guess any thing else is a waste of time . thx
    How about cleaning them up on a wire wheel on a grinder??
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    I'd be tempted to put on a good welding glove and hit it with a plumbing torch to see if it might just wipe right off


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