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WiiKey install

  • 11-04-2008 07:29PM
    #1
    Tazer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 112 ✭✭


    Hey guys,

    I think I have everything I need to do the install. I have a d2b board. I was wondering where would I get flux? And what exactly does it do? I think it makes the solder bond better or something? Any help very much appreciated.


Comments

  • #2
    safetyboy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,082 ✭✭✭safetyboy


    All instructions come with it, if yours is a new wii which start in serial # LEH 150 xxxxx the wiikey wont work you will need a D2C card. Flux will be handy when soldering, makes a better seal and keeps it together better!


  • #3
    witnessmenow
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,403 ✭✭✭witnessmenow


    I installed two and didnt use any flux. Both are working grand

    You'd get flux in maplin by the way.


  • #4
    Grim_Wreeper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 273 ✭✭Grim_Wreeper


    witnessmenow wrote: »
    I installed two and didnt use any flux. Both are working grand

    You'd get flux in maplin by the way.

    I aggree, I didn't use flux either and everything went fine.


  • #5
    sub5
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 49 ✭sub5


    your better off trying to get yourself a bit of flux man it basically does 2 things, 1. stops the joint from oxidizing which in turn can lead to dry joints and quicker deterioration of your handy work
    2. It keeps the solder more "wet" (runny) so there is there is less surface tension which encourages the solder to take to the joint faster cleaner and easier

    if you dont want to go buying a tub of the stuff and your going through town at all just let us know and i can throw you a bit no problem


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