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Computer Nerd Kev
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Trevor Wilson <trevor@spamblockrageaudio.com.au> wrote:
Actually I usually try to cut pins on chips when I'm trying to isolate a
fault and don't want to cut the PCB (or veroboard) tracks. A bit of
component lead is soldered over the break after I'm satisfied. I have
managed it sometimes, but with great difficulty.
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On 5/04/2017 8:41 AM, Trevor Wilson wrote:
On 5/04/2017 8:19 AM, Computer Nerd Kev wrote:
Phil Allison <pallison49@gmail.com> wrote:
Trevor Wilson wrote:
However, when you REALLY want to desolder stuff, this is what you need:
https://www.hakko.com/english/products/hakko_fr300.html
WES can supply. It is a beautifully built desoldering iron, which has
saved me a great deal of time and money. Damage to PCBs is minimised
with this device.
** I need to remove some 16 pin DILs from a triple layer PCB ( ground
plane in the middle ) while not damaging them. So far, only pin cutting
and tedious removal of the each legs is working for me.
Do you have a trick for cutting the pins? I can never get any of my side
cutters in close enough.
**Look for 'flush cutters'. That said, a credible argument can be
mounted to suggest that cutting pins after soldering is not a good idea,
as the stress of cutting may cause a fracture in the joint. Unlikely,
but possible. Best to cut first, then solder.
**Oops. Ignore that. I mis-read your post. A good desoldering iron will
do all you require.
Actually I usually try to cut pins on chips when I'm trying to isolate a
fault and don't want to cut the PCB (or veroboard) tracks. A bit of
component lead is soldered over the break after I'm satisfied. I have
managed it sometimes, but with great difficulty.
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