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Acid paste prevents metal from oxidizing

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Melting metal together requires aggressive chemical warfare against ambient oxygen. When soldering components, heat causes instant, stubborn oxidation on the metal surfaces, preventing a solid bond. Flux is a highly corrosive chemical compound applied to violently strip away this oxygen layer, allowing molten solder to successfully fuse.

Acid paste prevents metal from oxidizing
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