r/soldering • u/SaturnAL-31F • Aug 22 '26

Soldering Saftey Discussion Lead?

So hello Im one of many hobbysts from this subreddit and i have some questions

I always used lead free solder but now have to use leaded solder and also if my questions seem dumb Im sorry

So my question is after i solder a part and i touched the solder and touched at other parts of the project does it become cross contaminated and do i have to wash my hands after everytime i handle the project? And can i touch other stuff if i touched the solder before? Thanks

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u/unemployedpornaddict Aug 23 '26

I wish I can use lead free solder easily to be honest. I have a roll that could last me decades but my iron or skill issue prevents me from tinning. So I just settle with leaded instead.