[TechAssist] Re: difficulty w/tiny surface mount components

  • From: Philip Bader <tjanphyl@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • To: techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Sat, 22 Feb 2003 09:39:13 -0500

A very simple method another tech showed me(not for all cases) is simply
use a small strip of scotch tape to hold down on PCB. Solder,then
remove! I am sure there are so many better ways you will hear of  on
this. This works for me.
Phil Bader

Electronics wrote:
> 
> I have trouble keeping these tiny parts in place while I solder them, even
> the soldering is difficult because when I use a very pointy tip there's not
> enough heat generated ...I have trouble removing them also...it's taking a
> toll on me, I know some of these guys know the secret to it  - can anyone
> help? I'm willing to invest in equipment or whatever it takes...your time
> and help is very much appreciated
> -Tony
> Electronics Inc
> 7027 Hwy 441
> Dillard GA 30537
> 706 746 3353
> Electronics@xxxxxxxxx
> 
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Philip Bader
Jan Phyl TV Inc. (estab. 1976)
3420 Recker Hwy. Winter Haven, Fl. 33880
Fax (863) 299-8821      
email: tjanphyl@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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