Germanium Sticks DESOXY RSN – 400 × 10 × 10 mm
DESOXY RSN from Balver Zinn is a specially developed germanium product for the maintenance and optimisation of lead-free solder baths. The product consists of pure tin alloyed with 1% germanium (SnGe1) and is used to reduce oxidation and dross formation in lead-free wave and selective soldering processes.
DESOXY RSN is specifically designed for use with SN100C® alloys, where the product helps maintain the optimal germanium content in the solder bath. The result is a more stable soldering process, less material waste, and improved process economics.
Reduces oxidation in lead-free solder baths
In lead-free soldering processes without a nitrogen atmosphere, the germanium content in the solder bath can gradually decrease, increasing the formation of oxides and dross.
DESOXY RSN is designed to restore and stabilise the germanium content in the solder bath, thereby reducing oxidation and maintaining a stable soldering process.
Benefits include:
• Reduced oxidation of solder
• Lower dross formation
• Less material waste
• Improved process economics
• More stable soldering properties
• Consistent soldering results
Optimised for SN100C®-based processes
DESOXY RSN is specifically developed to support SN100C® alloys, where germanium plays an important role in terms of oxidation and the long-term stability of the solder bath.
With regular dosing, the product can help maintain the recommended germanium content and thereby support:
• Stable alloy composition
• Improved solder quality
• Higher process stability
• Reduced solder bath maintenance
• More consistent production
Suitable for wave and selective soldering
DESOXY RSN is typically used in conjunction with:
• Wave soldering
• Selective soldering
• Lead-free solder baths
• SN100C®-based processes
• Electronics production
• Automotive electronics
• Industrial electronics
• High-volume production
The product is added directly to the solder bath and is effectively distributed by normal circulation in the system.
Easy dosing and effective application
The product is supplied as triangular sticks in dimensions of 400 × 10 × 10 mm, making handling and dosing easy in production environments.
The practical stick form provides:
• Easy storage
• Simple handling
• Controlled dosing
• Fast dissolution in the solder bath
• Effective process maintenance
Improves process economics
By reducing oxidation and dross formation, DESOXY RSN can contribute to:
• Lower solder consumption
• Reduced cleaning needs
• Less downtime
• Lower operating costs
• Extended solder bath lifespan
This makes the product attractive for companies focused on production economics and process optimisation.
Advantages of DESOXY RSN
• Contains 1% germanium (SnGe1)
• Reduces oxidation in lead-free solder baths
• Minimises dross formation
• Developed for SN100C® alloys
• Supports stable process control
• Suitable for wave and selective soldering
• Easy dosing
• High process stability
• RoHS compliant
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: Balver Zinn
Product name: DESOXY RSN
Product type: Germanium additive for solder baths
Delivery form: Triangular sticks
Dimensions: 400 × 10 × 10 mm
Composition: SnGe1
Germanium content: 1%
Base alloy: Pure tin
Colour: Silver-bright to slightly yellowish
Density: Approx. 7.4 g/cm³
Melting point: Approx. 230 °C
Application: Maintenance of lead-free solder baths
Suitable for: SN100C® and other lead-free solder alloys
Storage: Dry at room temperature
Shelf life: Minimum 2 years
RoHS compliant: Yes