RELIFE Genuine Mid-Gauge 1.5mm Pure Copper
RELIFE RL-1520 Desoldering Wick — 1.5 mm × 2 m Pure Copper Rosin-Flux Braid
The Mid-Gauge Phone Repair Wick · Shield Can Removal · BGA Pad Cleanup · SMD Rework
Precision-woven pure copper desoldering braid pre-impregnated with rosin flux. The 1.5 mm width is the sweet spot for board-level phone repair, U2 / Tristar pad cleanup, shield-can removal, 0603/0805 SMD rework, and HDMI / USB-C port jobs on consoles and laptops. 2 metres on a sealed reel. Anti-oxidation. Anti-corrosion.
📐 1.5 mm Width 📏 2.0 m Length 🟫 Pure Copper 🌿 Rosin Flux Pre-Loaded 🛡️ Anti-Oxidation 🇦🇺 Brisbane Stock
✅ In Stock 🚚 Australia-Wide Ship
📦 Ships within 2–4 business days
JPC Mobile · Shop 3A, 152 Woogaroo St, Forest Lake QLD 4078
📞 0480 039 913 · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 10am–5pm
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Brisbane Technical Hub
Forest Lake repair-parts specialist serving phone repair shops, micro-soldering technicians, hobbyists and trade-school students across South East Queensland. Real bench experience with RELIFE consumables — we use this exact wick on our own jobs.
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Authenticity Guaranteed
Genuine RELIFE-branded reel — not a re-spooled no-name copper braid. Sealed factory packaging. Pure copper precision-woven core with rosin flux pre-loaded for fast capillary action. 7-day DOA replacement.
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Reliable Dispatch
Ships within 2–4 business days in protective bubble packaging. Tracked Australia-wide delivery — Brisbane metro 1–3 days, capital cities 3–5 days, regional 5–7 days.
🟫 What Is Desoldering Wick — And Why Pure Copper Matters
Desoldering wick (also called solder braid, solder wick or solder removal braid) is a flat, fine-woven copper braid pre-impregnated with rosin flux. Lay it on a solder joint, press a hot iron tip on it — capillary action sucks the molten solder up into the copper, leaving a clean pad behind.
⚡ Fast Heat Conduction
Pure copper conducts heat from the iron tip into the joint quicker than any plated alternative. Solder wicks up in 5–10 seconds, not 30.
🧪 Rosin Flux Pre-Loaded
Activated rosin breaks down oxide on the pad and the wick simultaneously. No need to apply separate flux for most jobs.
🛡️ Anti-Oxidation Coating
Treated copper resists tarnishing on the shelf. The 2 m reel still wicks effectively months after opening — unlike bare copper braid that turns dull and refuses to draw solder.
🪡 Precision-Woven Core
Tight, even weave creates uniform capillary spaces. Inconsistent loose-weave knock-offs leave behind blobs and require multiple passes.
📐 Desoldering Wick Width Guide — Why 1.5 mm
Choosing the right wick width is the difference between a clean job and a frustrating one. 1.5 mm is the most-used width in phone repair — wide enough for shield cans, narrow enough not to wick from neighbouring pads.
1.0 mm — Fine
BGA pad cleanup · QFN fine-pitch · 0402 passives · ultra-tight clearances
⭐ 1.5 mm — THIS PRODUCT
General SMD · shield-can removal · 0603/0805 · U2/Tristar pads · most phone-repair work
2.0 mm — Medium-Wide
Larger SMD · through-hole leads · cap and resistor removal on PCBA boards
2.5 mm — Wide
Heavy bus bars · larger ground planes · TV power supply boards · audio amp recapping
3.0 mm+ — Heavy
Industrial battery tab work · large solder pours · automotive ECU repair
🚚 Shipping Information
Forest Lake Dispatch
- Ships within 2–4 business days
- Bubble-wrap protected packaging
- Tracked Australia-wide delivery
Delivery Times
- Brisbane metro — 1–3 days
- Sydney / Melbourne — 3–5 days
- Regional / remote — 5–7 days
📍 JPC Mobile — Shop 3A, 152 Woogaroo St, Forest Lake QLD 4078 · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 10am–5pm · ☎ 0480 039 913
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Repair Expert FAQ
What does desoldering wick actually do?+
It removes molten solder from a joint by capillary action. You lay the flat copper braid on the joint, press a hot iron tip on it, and the solder wicks up into the braid. Used to clean PCB pads after a chip is removed, to break solder bridges, and to de-tin component leads before re-fitting.
Why 1.5 mm and not 1.0 mm or 2.0 mm?+
1.5 mm is the most-used width in phone repair. 1.0 mm is too narrow for shield-can edges and slow on bigger pads. 2.0 mm is too wide for tight clearances around 0603 components and risks wicking from neighbouring pads. 1.5 mm is the sweet spot for U2 / Tristar pad cleanup, shield can removal, USB-C / Lightning port jobs and 0603 / 0805 SMD work.
What temperature should my iron be set to?+
For leaded solder (Sn63/Pb37) aim for 320–360 °C. For lead-free solder (SAC305 / RoHS boards) aim for 360–400 °C. Below 300 °C the wick won't wick effectively. Above 410 °C you risk lifting the PCB pad. A JBC, Quick or RELIFE soldering station with closed-loop tip control gives the most consistent results.
Do I still need to add separate flux?+
For leaded solder, the pre-loaded rosin is usually enough. For lead-free solder or oxidised pads, a small dab of fresh paste flux on the joint speeds wicking dramatically — often by 3–4×. We recommend keeping a syringe of no-clean paste flux on the bench for every job.
My wick isn't sucking up the solder — what's wrong?+
99% of the time it's one of three things: (1) iron too cold — bump the temperature up by 30 °C, (2) no fresh flux on the joint — add a dab of paste flux, or (3) the wick section is already saturated — snip it off and use clean braid. If your iron tip is also oxidised black, re-tin it with fresh solder before trying again.
Is it safe for BGA pad cleanup?+
Yes — 1.5 mm is widely used to clean BGA pads after a chip is removed with hot air. Add fresh paste flux, lay the wick flat across the pad array, press the iron tip down and drag gently in line with the wick (never sideways). This removes the residual solder bumps cleanly, ready for re-balling or fresh paste application.
Can I use it on through-hole joints (PS5 HDMI port, MacBook USB-C)?+
Yes for clearing residual solder from the pads after a desoldering pump has done the heavy lifting. Wick is best for surface and pad cleanup; for deep through-hole bulk solder removal use a desoldering pump (solder sucker) first, then the wick to finish the job.
Does the 2 m reel really last?+
2 metres is around 6–8 feet of usable braid. For a busy phone repair shop that's 2–4 weeks of bench use. For a hobbyist that's typically 6–12 months. Snip and bin the loaded sections promptly — saturated wick won't wick further and will damage your iron tip if you keep heating it.
How do I store it to keep it working?+
Keep the reel in its sealed plastic bag between uses. Store in a dry drawer away from direct sunlight, humidity, and any heat source. The anti-oxidation treatment is excellent but not infinite — sealed storage keeps the rosin flux active for years.
Is there a warranty on solder wick?+
Solder wick is a hardware consumable so it does not carry an extended warranty. JPC Mobile offers a 7-day DOA replacement on faulty / unopened reels — if your reel arrives damaged, frayed or unable to wick, contact us within 7 days for replacement. Open reels in normal use are not covered.
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The JPC Mobile Quality Seal
Genuine RELIFE RL-1520 reels, sealed factory packaging, dispatched in 2–4 business days from real Brisbane stock. We use this exact wick on our own bench — not a drop-shipped listing.
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🟫 RELIFE RL-1520 Desoldering Wick — 1.5 mm × 2 m
Pure Copper · Rosin Flux Pre-Loaded · Anti-Oxidation · Brisbane Stock
📍 Shop 3A, 152 Woogaroo St, Forest Lake QLD 4078 · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 10am–5pm
