Depends on what you are desoldering,

A solder sucker is generally used for component removal

Braided copper for removing large amounts of solder


make sure you pick the correct wattage iron , to low for large components
wont help.


Regards

"Robert Wolcott" wrote in message
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What is the best method for desoldering components on circuit boards? I
know that there is the bulb method that sucks up the solder, and the
braided copper wire that wicks it up. Which is generally preferred?

Thanks,
Bob