Technical

Datasheet
JSTD-004 surface insulation resistance
requirement
Wave soldered solution, 85°C/85%RH.7Days with
bias voltage min req. 100 Megohm s.
Omega - 96 hours 1.1Gohms 168 hours 1.2
Gohms

High Purity Solder Alloy

In 1994 a single European standard, EN 29453
(ISO 9453), superseded all other Eur opean
national standards, BS 219, DIN 1707, NFC 90-
Product Name: 550. Other equivalent international standards
include QQS 571E, ASTM B32 and JIS-Z-3382.
Omega Rosin Free Cored Solder W ire
Warton Part EN QQS 571E BS 219
Manufactured By: No: 29453 *DIN 1707
Warton Metals Limited 63/37 1a Sn63Pb37 AP
Grove Mill Commerce Street 60/40 2a Sn60Pb40 KP
Haslingden Lancashire 50/50 3a Sn50Pb50 F
ENGLAND 45/55 4 - R
40/60 5 Sn40Pb60 G
Tel: +44 (0)1706 218888 35/65 6 Sn35Pb65 H
Fax : +44 (0)1706 221188 30/70 7 Sn30Pb70 J
20/80 - Sn20Pb80 V
15/85 - - W
Description 99C 23 - 99C
Omega Rosin Free Cored Solder W ire is a flux 97C 24 - -
‘core’ contained in Warton High Purit y Cored Alloy No 1 26 - *Sn50PbCu
Solder Wire. Omega contains no rosin Alloy No 2 25 - *Sn60PbCu2
(colophony), resin acids, pine oil or ot her naturally HMP 5S 34 - 5S
occurring derivatives from pine trees and has LMP 62S 30 Sn62Pb36Ag2 62S
been specifically designed to reduce th e number 96S 28 Sn96Ag04 96S
95A 18 Sn95Sb5 95A
of world-wide cases of industrial asthm a, related
TLS/5 - - -
to rosin usage within a cored solder wire. Om ega
TIN - - -
provides excellent wetting whils t leaving a minimal
TSC - - -
no clean, clear residue. Cleaning b y batch or in-
line processes is not suitable, however, if res idues
The table above illustrates the equivalent Warton
need to be removed use W arton Total Clean 130
High Purity Solder Alloy in relationship to EN
cleaner.
29453, QQS-571E, BS-219 and DIN-1707.

Omega Flux Type & Specification

Omega is rosin free and form ulated without the
use of halides and is supplied as a 3%, 2% and
1% flux content wire.
Omega is rated as an M-OR-L0 flux type in
accordance with J-STD-004 and passes Bellcore
TR-NWT-000078 / J-STD-004 copper mirror
corrosion requirements.

Omega passes Bellcore TR-NWT-000078 / J-

STD-004 surface insulation resistance
requirements.
Bellcore surface insulation resistance requirement
Hand Soldered test coupo ns, 35°C/85%RH. 5day
test. 4 days with bias voltage. Min
req.2x10(4)Megohms.
Omega - 1x10(8)Megohms
Warton High Purity Solder Alloys are Other important properties when selecting the
manufactured using only the 'Highes t Purity Virgin correct alloy are the working temper atures and
Materials' this being part of W arton’s simple the ultimate strength of the s oldered joint.
philosophy that the best raw materials lead to the
best finished products. The following table shows both work ing
temperatures and ultimate tensile str ength of
Typical batch analysis: High Purity Tin Warton material. The table indicates that a
Sn Sb Pb Cu Zn maximum in tensile strength exists in the eu tectic
99.95 0.009 0.002 0.0002 0.0001 composition. The ultimate tens ile strengths listed
Fe As Ag Bi In below refer to the bulk solder. The values are only
0.002 0.002 0.0001 0.0001 0.0003 a guide to the relative str ength of identical joints
made with the solder alloys at room temper ature.
Typical batch analysis: High Purity Lead The table should not be used to calculate exact
Sn Sb Pb Cu Zn joint strengths, which depend on a number of
factors.
0.001 0.002 99.99 0.003 0.0001
Fe As Ag Bi In Warton Melting Min N/mm² Tons/I
0.002 0.0005 0.002 0.005 0.0003 Part No range ºC junction n²
temp ºC
63/37 183 245 67 4.3
Typical batch analysis: Warton High Purity
60/40 183-188 248 48 3.1
63/37 50/50 183-212 272 47 3.1
Sn Sb Pb Cu Zn 45/55 183-224 284 47 3.1
63.0 0.0095 rem 0.0007 0.0002 40/60 183-234 294 47 3.1
Fe As Ag Bi In 35/65 183-244 304 - -
30/70 183-255 315 49 3.2
0.002 0.001 0.0005 0.0003 0.0003 20/80 183-275 335 51 3.3
15/85 227-288 348 49 3.2
These consistent high standards appl y to all 99C 227 287 - -
Warton High Purity Solder Alloys. 97C 230-250 310 - -
Alloy No. 1 183-215 275 55 3.5
Alloy No.2 183-190 250 - -
Solder Alloys Containing Lead HMP 5S 296-301 361 36 2.3
Warton Sn % Pb % Cu % Ag % Sb % LMP 62S 179 239 92 5.9
Part No Tin Lead Copper Silver Antimony
96S 221 281 54 3.5
63/37 62.5-63.5 Rem - - -
60/40 59.5-60.5 Rem - - -
95A 236-243 303 31 2.0
50/50 49.5-50.5 Rem - - - TLS/5 296-301 361 - -
45/55 44.5-45.5 Rem - - - TIN 232 - - -
40/60 39.5-40.5 Rem - - - TSC 217 - - -
35/65 34.5-35.5 Rem - - -
30/70 29.5-30.5 Rem - - -
20/80 19.0-20.0 Rem - - - Wire gauge ( Diameter )
15/85 14.0-15.0 Rem - - - The wire gauge ( diameter ) for Warton Omega is
Alloy No 1 49.5-50.5 Rem 1.2-1.6 - -
Alloy No 2 59.5-60.5 Rem 1.6-2.0 - - represented as SWG. ( Standard wire gauge )
HMP 5S 4.8 - 5.2 Rem - 1.2-1.8 - The equivalent imperial and metric values are
LMP 62S 61.5-62.5 Rem - 1.8-2.2 - shown below.
TLS/5 4.8-5.2 Rem - 0.8-1.2 -
Swg 10 11 12 13 14
Lead Free Solder Alloys mm
Inch
3.25 2.95 2.64 2.34 2.03
0.128 0.116 0.104 0.092 0.080
In response to increasing environmental
awareness and the drive f or new legislation Swg 16 18 20 21 22
(forcing greater end of product life res ponsibility), mm 1.63 1.22 0.914 0.813 0.711
Warton Metals offer a complete range of `lead Inch 0.064 0.04 0.036 0.032 0.028
free’ alloys to suit all appl ications. See table
below. Swg 24 26 28 30 32
mm 0.599 0.457 0.376 0.315 0.274
Inch 0.022 0.018 0.014 0.012 0.010
Warton Sn % Cu % Ag% Sb %
Part No Tin Copper Silver Antimony
99C Rem .45 - .9 - -
97C Rem 2.5-3.5 - -
96S
95A
Rem
Rem
-
-
3.5-4.0
-
-
4.5-5.5
Packaging
TIN 100 - - - Warton Omega Rosin Free Cored Solder Wire
TSC 95.5-96 0.5-1 3.3-4 - is supplied on 0.25Kg, 0.5Kg, 2. 5Kg, 3Kg, 5Kg,
10Kg, 15Kg and 25Kg reels.
The table above shows the elements included in
each alloy.
Material Health &
Safety Datasheet
Section 1. Identification of the substance / preparation and of the company / undertaking
Product Name: Omega Rosin Free Cored Solder Wire
Manufactured By: Warton Metals Limited
Grove Mill, Commerce Street. Haslingden. Lancashire. BB4 5JT. ENGLAND.
Emergency Telephone: +44 (0)1706 218888
Emergency Fax: +44 (0)1706 221188

Section 2. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Warton’s product coding system precisely defines the features of a particular type of solder wire.
For example: Omega Rosin Free Fast Flow 2% 63/37 22 swg No Clean Cored Solder Wire. `Omega Rosin Free’ denotes the product name,
Fast Flow 2%’ is the flux percentage , `63/37’ is the alloy (please see table below) and ‘22swg’ is the standard wire gauge.
Please use table below to determine the elements present in the alloy.
Ingredient CAS No: Classification Symbol Risk phrases Safety Phrases % Present
Lead (dusts, heated vapours, fumes) 7439-92-1 T 33-61 See alloy table below
Lead Risks R33 - Danger of cumulative effects. R61 - May cause harm to unborn child.
Tin - - - - See alloy table below
Activators and Inhibitors: - - - - <0.5
Alloy Table
Warton Part No Tin (Sn) % Lead (Pb) % Copper (Cu) % Silver (Ag) % Antim ony (Sb) %
63/37 62.5-63.5 Rem - - -
60/40 59.5-60.5 Rem - - -
50/50 49.5-50.5 Rem - - -
45/55 44.5-45.5 Rem - - -
40/60 39.5-40.5 Rem - - -
35/65 34.5-35.5 Rem - - -
30/70 29.5-30.5 Rem - - -
20/80 19.0-20.0 Rem - - -
15/85 14.0-15.0 Rem - - -
99C Rem - .45 - .9 - -
97C Rem - 2.5-3.5 - -
Alloy No 1 49.5-50.5 Rem 1.2-1.6 - -
Alloy No 2 59.5-60.5 Rem 1.6-2.0 - -
HMP 5S 4.8 - 5.2 Rem - 1.2-1.8 -
LMP 62S 61.5-62.5 Rem - 1.8-2.2 -
96S Rem - - 3.5-4.0 -
TIN 100 - - - -
95A Rem - - - 4.5-5.5
TLS/5 4.8-5.2 Rem - 0.8-1.2 -
TSC 95.5-96 - 0.5-1 3.3-4 -
Flux cored solder wire is considered to be an article and is not subject to the classification (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply)
Regulations 1994, because it is not hazardous as supplied. However this product may be hazardous In use and the information in this datasheet
- reflects the hazards associated with the solder reflow operations.

Section 3. Hazards Identification

Main Hazards: Thermal burns from contact with molten product. Danger of cumulative effects. See hazardous
decomposition products.
Health Effects: Inhalation: Solder alloys containing lead give off negligible lead fume at norm al soldering temperatures and at
temperatures up to 500ºC. Lead is harmful if absorbed into the body and can cause birth defects and
other reproductive harm. Exposure to dust of processing fumes may have the fol lowing effects:-
gastrointestinal irritation. Vomiting, systematic effects similar to those resulting from ingesti on. Because
of slow elimination from the body repeated exposure may result in accumulation.
Health Effects: Ingestion Contains lead which is a cumulative poison. Long term effects may include: anaemia, fatig ue, abdominal
pain, anorexia, constipation or diarrhoea, reduction in the oxygen carrying capacity of the blood. Hot
material will cause thermal burns.
Health Effects: Skin Molten metal may cause severe damage to skin t issue.
Health Effects: Eyes Molten metal may cause severe damage and may result in loss of vision.

Section 4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation: In case of exposure to processing fumes: Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. Obtain
medical attention urgently.
Skin Contact: Wash hands with soap and water after handling solder wire. If any skin irritation develops seek medical
attention. In case of contact with molten metal immediately flood affected area with cold water. Obtain
medical attention.
Eye Contact: Flux fumes may irritate the eyes. The flux may spit during soldering. Flush immediately with plenty of
water. for at least 15 minutes, holding the eye open. In cases where spitting flux has entered the eye
seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting . Keep warm and at rest. Obtain medical attention urgently.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Not combustible. Select extinguishing agent appropriate to other materials involved.
Do not use: Water jet
Exposure hazards: High temperatures above 500ºC may produce heavy metal dust, fumes and/or vapours. The medium will
give rise to irritating fumes in a fire.
Protective measures: Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and breathing apparatus operated in positive pressure
mode.

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions: Refer to Section 8, Personal Protection. Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Environmental precautions: Refer to Section 13, Disposal. Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.
Methods of clearing up: Place in closed container for subsequent disposal or recovery by Warton. Avoid creating a dust.

Section 7. Handling & Storage

Handling: The fumes produced during use should be extracted away from the breathing zone of the operators.
Ensure that the general area is well ventilated. Wash t he hands with soap and warm water after handling
soldering products, particularly before eating and drinking or smoking. Avoid c ontact with eyes, skin and
clothing. Avoid breathing metal fumes from heated material.
Storage: These products should be stored in a cool dry area. Keep out of the reach of children and away from
food and drink.

Section 8. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection

In normal soldering operations where the temperature is below 500ºC the exposure to lead will be minimal and the risks from the toxic effects of
lead insignificant. (Ref: Approved Code Of Practise Supporting the Control of Lead at Work Regulations).
Occupational Exposure Limits:- Substance
Activators & Inhibitors, Tin, Lead: Control of Lead at Work Regulations: 0.15mg/m³ 8h TWA
Personal Protection:-
Respiratory protection: Not generally required unless there is inadequate extraction during use. Dust respirator if conditions are
dusty. Respiratory protection if there is risk of breathing mists or vapours from heated material.
Eye Protection: Operators should wear safety glasses or goggles to protect the eyes from spitting flux.
Body Protection: Normal work wear
Hand protection: Leather, thick textile or other thermal gloves. If handling hot material.
Biological Standards: Employees should be under medical surveillance if the risk assessment made under t he Control of lead
at Work regulations indicate they are likely to be exposed to significant concentration of lead, or if an
employment medical adviser or appointed doctor certifies that an employee should be under m edical
surveillance.
A woman employed on work which exposes her to lead should notify her em ployer as soon as possible if
she becomes pregnant. The employment medical advisor/appointed doctor shoul d be informed of the
pregnancy. Under the Management of Health & Safety at Work (Amendment) Regulations 1994,
employers should assess the risks at work to the health of pregnant workers and workers who have
recently given birth or are breast feeding.
References: EH40 Occupational Exposure Limits (published annually).
Engineering Control Measures: Fumes from the soldering process should not be breathed. Ventilation should always be used.

Section 9. Physical & Chemical Properties.

Appearance / colour: Grey wire pH/Concentration: N/D
Odour: - Melting RangeºC: See table below
Boiling point ºC: N/A Auto ignition temperature ºC: N/A
Flash point ºC: N/A Explosive limits (% vol): N/A
Explosive / oxidising: N/A Solubility/miscibility: Insoluble in water
Viscosity: N/D Volatile content (V.O.C): N/D
Vapour pressure: N/A Vapour density (air = 1): N/A
Evaporation rate: N/A Conductivity N/D
Flammability: N/A Specific Gravity: N/A
Warton Part No Melting range ºC Warton Part No Melting range ºC
63/37 183 99C 227
60/40 183-188 97C 230-250
50/50 183-212 Alloy No. 1 183-215
45/55 183-224 Alloy No.2 183-190
40/60 183-234 HMP 5S 296-301
96S 221 LMP 62S 179
TIN 232 TLS/5 296-301
95A 236-243 TSC 217

Section 10. Stability & Reactivity

Conditions to avoid: If solder is exposed to temperature over 500ºC lead dust, fume and /or vapours may be produced.
Solder will react with concentrated acid to release pois onous fumes of nitric oxide. This will in turn
oxidise to nitrogen dioxide, a red gas with a pungent odour. If personnel are extensively exposed to
these gases then immediate medical attention should be sought , as symptoms can be delayed for a
considerable time period and can be f atal.
Materials to avoid: Solder may react with other strong acids to release highly flammable / explosive hydrogen gas.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Not combustible. Select extinguishing agent appropriate to other materials involved.
Do not use: Water jet
Exposure hazards: High temperatures above 500ºC may produce heavy metal dust, fumes and/or vapours. The medium will
give rise to irritating fumes in a fire.
Protective measures: Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and breathing apparatus operated in positive pressure
mode.

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions: Refer to Section 8, Personal Protection. Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Environmental precautions: Refer to Section 13, Disposal. Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.
Methods of clearing up: Place in closed container for subsequent disposal or recovery by Warton. Avoid creating a dust.

Section 7. Handling & Storage

Handling: The fumes produced during use should be extracted away from the breathing zone of the operators.
Ensure that the general area is well ventilated. Wash t he hands with soap and warm water after handling
soldering products, particularly before eating and drinking or smoking. Avoid c ontact with eyes, skin and
clothing. Avoid breathing metal fumes from heated material.
Storage: These products should be stored in a cool dry area. Keep out of the reach of children and away from
food and drink.

Section 8. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection

In normal soldering operations where the temperature is below 500ºC the exposure to lead will be minimal and the risks from the toxic effects of
lead insignificant. (Ref: Approved Code Of Practise Supporting the Control of Lead at Work Regulations).
Occupational Exposure Limits:- Substance
Activators & Inhibitors, Tin, Lead: Control of Lead at Work Regulations: 0.15mg/m³ 8h TWA
Personal Protection:-
Respiratory protection: Not generally required unless there is inadequate extraction during use. Dust respirator if conditions are
dusty. Respiratory protection if there is risk of breathing mists or vapours from heated material.
Eye Protection: Operators should wear safety glasses or goggles to protect the eyes from spitting flux.
Body Protection: Normal work wear
Hand protection: Leather, thick textile or other thermal gloves. If handling hot material.
Biological Standards: Employees should be under medical surveillance if the risk assessment made under t he Control of lead
at Work regulations indicate they are likely to be exposed to significant concentration of lead, or if an
employment medical adviser or appointed doctor certifies that an employee should be under m edical
surveillance.
A woman employed on work which exposes her to lead should notify her em ployer as soon as possible if
she becomes pregnant. The employment medical advisor/appointed doctor shoul d be informed of the
pregnancy. Under the Management of Health & Safety at Work (Amendment) Regulations 1994,
employers should assess the risks at work to the health of pregnant workers and workers who have
recently given birth or are breast feeding.
References: EH40 Occupational Exposure Limits (published annually).
Engineering Control Measures: Fumes from the soldering process should not be breathed. Ventilation should always be used.

Section 9. Physical & Chemical Properties.

Appearance / colour: Grey wire pH/Concentration: N/D
Odour: - Melting RangeºC: See table below
Boiling point ºC: N/A Auto ignition temperature ºC: N/A
Flash point ºC: N/A Explosive limits (% vol): N/A
Explosive / oxidising: N/A Solubility/miscibility: Insoluble in water
Viscosity: N/D Volatile content (V.O.C): N/D
Vapour pressure: N/A Vapour density (air = 1): N/A
Evaporation rate: N/A Conductivity N/D
Flammability: N/A Specific Gravity: N/A
Warton Part No Melting range ºC Warton Part No Melting range ºC
63/37 183 99C 227
60/40 183-188 97C 230-250
50/50 183-212 Alloy No. 1 183-215
45/55 183-224 Alloy No.2 183-190
40/60 183-234 HMP 5S 296-301
96S 221 LMP 62S 179
TIN 232 TLS/5 296-301
95A 236-243 TSC 217

Section 10. Stability & Reactivity

Conditions to avoid: If solder is exposed to temperature over 500ºC lead dust, fume and /or vapours may be produced.
Solder will react with concentrated acid to release pois onous fumes of nitric oxide. This will in turn
oxidise to nitrogen dioxide, a red gas with a pungent odour. If personnel are extensively exposed to
these gases then immediate medical attention should be sought , as symptoms can be delayed for a
considerable time period and can be f atal.
Materials to avoid: Solder may react with other strong acids to release highly flammable / explosive hydrogen gas.
Section 11. Toxicological Information ( toxic effects arising from exposure based on experimental and non
experimental data)
Inhalation: Main route of exposure for flux fumes. Providing soldering tem perature is below 500ºC the amount of
lead in the fume should be negligible.
Eye contact: Flux fume The flux fumes may irritate the eyes.
Skin contact: Not normally regarded as an industrial hazard, but lead can be transferred from the skin onto food,
cigarettes etc., if a high standard of personal hygiene is not exercised.
Ingestion: Not applicable
Acute toxicity: Lead can cause weakness, vomiting, loss of appetite, convulsions and stupor.
Chronic Toxicity: Lead can cause weakness, insomnia, hypertension, headaches and pains in the joints. Chronic
exposure to lead may result in damage to the blood - forming, nervous, urinary and reproductive
systems. Lead is classified as a 2B carcinogen by the IARC (1987). Evidence for carcinogenity is
adequate in animals but inadequate in humans.
Reproductive Toxicity: The placenta offers no barrier to the transport of lead from the mothers blood stream to that of the foetus.

Section 12. Ecological Information

(Possible environmental effects and Lead is not degradable and will persist in the environment. Lead i s insoluble in water and is not attacked
behaviour /ODP/aquatic toxicity): by most inorganic acids and bases. For this reason lead in smal l quantities is often disposed of in landfill
sites, however this is not recommended. (See section 13. Disposal Considerations).
Bio-accumulation Limited information indicates a potential to bioaccumulate.
Ecotoxicity: The product is rated as non hazardous to aquatic species.
Degradability: This product is expected to be resistant to biodegration.

Section 13. Disposal Considerations

(Safe disposal of product, its Waste solder wire should be put in metals tins (supplied free of charge) and returned to Warton for
residues and packaging materials): disposal. Disposal should be in accordance with the relevant local and national legislation. In the UK
this is the Control Of Pollution Act 1974, the Environm ental Protection Act 1990 and regulations made
under them. See also Sections 7 & 8 for handling precautions and personal protection where applicable.
Wastes containing high levels of lead oxides are classified as a ‘special waste’ under t he COPA (Special
Waste Regulations 1996 and must be disposed of in accordance with those regulations.

Section 14. Transport Information

Solder Wire is not classified as hazardous for transportation.

Section 15. Regulatory Information

Flux cored solder wire is considered to be an article and is not subject to the classification (Hazard
Information and Packaging for Supply)Regulations 1994, because it is not hazardous as supplied.
However this product may be hazardous in use and the information in this datasheet reflects the hazards
associated with the solder reflow operations.
S37 Wear suitable gloves
Contains lead

Section 16. Other Information

Recommended uses and restrictions: Use only as directed.
Publications references: Compiled in accordance with CHIP 2 Regulations 1994. HSE Approved Code Of Practise,
document L62. Dangerous Substances Directive 57/548/EEC as amended by directive
92/32/EEC. Dangerous Preparations Directive 88/379/EE as amended by Directive
90/492/EEC.Lead at Work Directive 82.605/EEC. The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
The Control Of Lead at Work Regulations 1980. The Control of Substances Hazardous to
Health Regulations 1994. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
1992. The Management of Health and Safety at Work (Amendment) Regulations 1994. HS
(G) 37: An Introduction to Local Exhaust Vent ilation. HS (G) 53: Respiratory Protective
Equipment - A practical guide for users. HS (G) 65: Successful Health & Safety
Management’s. HS (G) 97: A Step by step Guide to the Coshh Regulations. MS24:
Health Surveillance of Occupational Skin Disease. COSHH: Guidance for employers
Approved Code of Practise - Management of Health & Safety at Work.

Section 17. Revision Dates

Revised Date / Initials: 2/03/ VHM
Replacing: All previous health and safety datasheets
Legend: N/A = Not applicable or available at time of printing.
N/D = Not determined or not determinable.
Est. = Estimated Rem: Remainder
The information and recommendations on this sheet relate to the specific material designated and may not be valid f or such material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. The inform ation is given in good faith and the best of Warton Metals Ltd k nowledge.
The information is believed accurate and reliable at the time of preparation. Nothing herein is to be construed as a guarantee, expres s or implied
- in all cases it is the responsibility of the user to det ermine the applicability of this information or the suit ability of the products for his/her own
particular purpose.

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