Bar solder is a type of solder that comes in the form of an alloy cast or extruded into bars. The bar form is perfect for melting into solder pots, selective solder equipment and wave soldering machines. When melted, bar solder can be a faster and more automated method of soldering compared to traditional hand soldering with solder wire. This makes it ideal for use in electronic manufacturing processes where high volumes of electrical components need to be soldered onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) quickly and efficiently.
SMT Supplies offers the complete line of AIM Bar Solder, including AIM SAC305, the industry-standard. This alloy is ideal for use in selective solder systems, wave soldering machines and solder pots and is known for its superior performance and reliability. It has a melting point of 217°C and is lead-free, making it an environmentally friendly option for electronic manufacturers.
SMT Supplies also offers other high-quality bar solder alloys from AIM Solder Products, including Sn63/Pb37 Electropure™, a high-purity alloy designed for use in applications where the highest level of purity is required. This alloy is free from impurities and has a low drossing rate, making it ideal for use in wave soldering machines and solder pots. Additionally, SMT Supplies also offers REL61, a lead-free alloy that provides excellent solderability and wetting characteristics. This alloy is designed for use in electronic manufacturing processes that require high levels of performance and reliability.
Another popular product offered by SMT Supplies is SN100C, the original formulation manufactured under Nihon Superior's strict guidelines. This bar solder alloy is known for its high performance and reliability, making it an ideal choice for use in wave soldering machines and solder pots. It has a melting point of 227°C and is lead-free, making it an environmentally friendly option for electronic manufacturers.
Bar solder is an excellent option for electronic manufacturers who need a fast and efficient method of soldering large volumes of electrical components onto PCBs. SMT Supplies offers a wide range of high-quality bar solder alloys from AIM Solder Products that are designed to provide superior performance and reliability, including AIM SAC305, Sn63/Pb37 Electropure™, REL61, and SN100C. By choosing SMT Supplies as your supplier, you can rest assured that your electronic manufacturing process will be of the highest quality and reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SMT Supplies an authorized distributor?
Yes, SMT Supplies is an authorized distributor for leading industrial electronics brands, including AIM Solder materials, Desco ESD products, Techspray & Chemtronics cleaners and chemicals, Excelta hand tools, Hakko and Metcal soldering and rework products, and other major manufacturers. As an authorized distributor, we provide genuine products with full manufacturer warranties, technical support, and complete compliance documentation, including certificates of conformance and material safety data sheets.
What industries does SMT Supplies serve?
SMT Supplies serves electronics manufacturing companies across aerospace and defense, automotive electronics, medical device manufacturing, industrial controls and instrumentation, telecommunications equipment, and consumer electronics production. Our technical team understands the specific regulatory requirements and reliability standards for each industry segment.
How fast can SMT Supplies ship orders?
SMT Supplies offers same-day shipping on in-stock items ordered before our 3pm (PST) cutoff time. We maintain an inventory of high-demand products, including popular AIM solder paste formulations, Techspray cleaners and fluxes, and consumables for electronics manufacturing. Expedited shipping options are available for urgent production requirements. We are also set up to ship HazMat materials.
Does SMT Supplies offer technical support for material selection?
Yes, our technical specialists provide application-specific expert guidance for solder material selection, flux chemistry recommendations, cleaning process optimization, and compliance documentation. We help engineering and procurement teams specify the right materials for their assembly processes, environmental conditions, and reliability requirements.