[Steven]’s search for a cheaper and perhaps more readily available substitute for his usual dedicated flux cleaner lead him to try automotive brake cleaner on a few test boards. He suspected ...

Can you use brake cleaner for flux removal on PCBs? According to [Half Burnt Toast], yes you can. But should you? Well, that’s another matter. In our experience, flux removal seems to be far ...

Most brake cleaners are based on isopropyl alcohol, which is tough on grease but doesn't mesh well with the plastic and rubber components within the engine. It can cause rubber seals to crack and ...

Two toxic chemicals used in dry cleaning, glues and art supplies have been banned because they can cause cancer and damage organs.