> > > > It turns out that the use of methylene chloride in paint strippers has > been banned in the EU since the end of 2010 :(. > That should be :-). Nasty stuff. If you must use it it can be used under a layer of water - add and insert through the water. May even work for wire. Solder pot has been mentioned I assume. Russell --=20 http://www.piclist.com/techref/piclist PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .