robb wrote:

I was about to ask if using an alkaline would help dissolve or remove
alkaline better than say using an acid which would have a reaction and is
there any possibility of damage to board with reaction taking place there
even though it is a neutralizing reaction ?


Using an acid wil create conductive salts that may be difficult to
remove.


the leak seems to have spread up under some ICs as well would flushing be
sufficient ? as i cann ot get swab under well maybe i just get a thin strip
of paper and feed under the ends

thanks for the help and suggestions ,
rob

"William Sommerwerck" wrote in message
. ..
Yes. The best way to clean it up is with household ammonia on
a cotton swab. You should then use alcohol for a final "flush".

Neutralize alkaline with an acid;cheap household white vinegar is
effective and widely available. Ammonia is nasty compared to vinegar.

I've been using household ammonia for years, and have never had problems.

Household ammonia is alkaline, and dissolves (alkaline) battery leaks
quite
nicely.




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