SolderSolder (UKˈsɒldə,_ˈsəʊldə; NA: ˈsɒdər) is a fusible metal alloy used to create a permanent bond between metal workpieces. Solder is melted in order to wet the parts of the joint, where it adheres to and connects the pieces after cooling. Metals or alloys suitable for use as solder should have a lower melting point than the pieces to be joined. The solder should also be resistant to oxidative and corrosive effects that would degrade the joint over time. Solder used in making electrical connections also needs to have favorable electrical characteristics.
Aluminium alloyAn aluminium alloy (or aluminum alloy; see spelling differences) is an alloy in which aluminium (Al) is the predominant metal. The typical alloying elements are copper, magnesium, manganese, silicon, tin, nickel and zinc. There are two principal classifications, namely casting alloys and wrought alloys, both of which are further subdivided into the categories heat-treatable and non-heat-treatable. About 85% of aluminium is used for wrought products, for example rolled plate, foils and extrusions.
MétalloïdeUn métalloïde est un élément chimique ou sont une combinaison de ces propriétés. Dans la littérature scientifique, faute de définition standard des métalloïdes, la liste des éléments classés dans cette famille varie selon les auteurs. Les six éléments généralement reconnus comme métalloïdes sont le bore B, le silicium Si, le germanium Ge, l'arsenic As, l'antimoine Sb et le tellure Te. Cinq autres sont moins fréquemment classés parmi les métalloïdes : le carbone C, l'aluminium Al, le sélénium Se, le polonium Po et l'astate At.
